C41/100
CREST WATER — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,026 people · Texas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
TX1260123
Violations
48
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: May 1, 2025 – June 29, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024 – June 20, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – June 20, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: May 30, 2022 – August 10, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 CREST WATER
Is CREST WATER water safe to drink?
CREST WATER water receives a grade of C (41/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 48 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CREST WATER detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CREST WATER's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CREST WATER have any EPA violations?
Yes, CREST WATER has 48 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, RPT, TT. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does CREST WATER serve?
CREST WATER serves approximately 1,026 people, Texas.
What type of water does CREST WATER provide?
CREST WATER sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TX1260123.
How does CREST WATER compare to other utilities in Texas?
CREST WATER scores 41/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Texas state page for a full comparison of water systems.