F0/100
EL PASO COUNTY TORNILLO WID — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,600 people · Texas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TX0710019
Violations
55
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 EL PASO COUNTY TORNILLO WID
Is EL PASO COUNTY TORNILLO WID water safe to drink?
EL PASO COUNTY TORNILLO WID water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 55 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has EL PASO COUNTY TORNILLO WID detected?
31 contaminants were tested in EL PASO COUNTY TORNILLO WID's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does EL PASO COUNTY TORNILLO WID have any EPA violations?
Yes, EL PASO COUNTY TORNILLO WID has 55 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MON, MCL, Other. 46 are health-based violations.
How many people does EL PASO COUNTY TORNILLO WID serve?
EL PASO COUNTY TORNILLO WID serves approximately 3,600 people, Texas.
What type of water does EL PASO COUNTY TORNILLO WID provide?
EL PASO COUNTY TORNILLO WID sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TX0710019.
How does EL PASO COUNTY TORNILLO WID compare to other utilities in Texas?
EL PASO COUNTY TORNILLO WID scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Texas state page for a full comparison of water systems.