B67/100
DYESS AIR FORCE BASE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,183 people · Texas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX2210013
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.019 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFHxS | 0.015 µg/L | 0.010 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 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 DYESS AIR FORCE BASE
Is DYESS AIR FORCE BASE water safe to drink?
DYESS AIR FORCE BASE water receives a grade of B (67/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, 3 exceed EPA legal limits. 4 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has DYESS AIR FORCE BASE detected?
31 contaminants were tested in DYESS AIR FORCE BASE's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFHxS, PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 3 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does DYESS AIR FORCE BASE have any EPA violations?
Yes, DYESS AIR FORCE BASE has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, MON.
How many people does DYESS AIR FORCE BASE serve?
DYESS AIR FORCE BASE serves approximately 7,183 people, Texas.
What type of water does DYESS AIR FORCE BASE provide?
DYESS AIR FORCE BASE sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is TX2210013.
How does DYESS AIR FORCE BASE compare to other utilities in Texas?
DYESS AIR FORCE BASE scores 67/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Texas state page for a full comparison of water systems.