A87/100
CITY OF YOAKUM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,815 people · Texas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TX0620003
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.007 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2021.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About CITY OF YOAKUM
Is CITY OF YOAKUM water safe to drink?
CITY OF YOAKUM water receives a grade of A (87/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CITY OF YOAKUM detected?
31 contaminants were tested in CITY OF YOAKUM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF YOAKUM have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF YOAKUM has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF YOAKUM serve?
CITY OF YOAKUM serves approximately 5,815 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF YOAKUM provide?
CITY OF YOAKUM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TX0620003.
How does CITY OF YOAKUM compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF YOAKUM scores 87/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Texas state page for a full comparison of water systems.