A99/100
ELLIS COUNTY FWSD 1 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,812 people · Texas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX0700081
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2024 – July 30, 2025Rule: 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 ELLIS COUNTY FWSD 1
Is ELLIS COUNTY FWSD 1 water safe to drink?
ELLIS COUNTY FWSD 1 water receives a grade of A (99/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ELLIS COUNTY FWSD 1 detected?
1 contaminants were tested in ELLIS COUNTY FWSD 1's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does ELLIS COUNTY FWSD 1 have any EPA violations?
Yes, ELLIS COUNTY FWSD 1 has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR.
How many people does ELLIS COUNTY FWSD 1 serve?
ELLIS COUNTY FWSD 1 serves approximately 1,812 people, Texas.
What type of water does ELLIS COUNTY FWSD 1 provide?
ELLIS COUNTY FWSD 1 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 TX0700081.
How does ELLIS COUNTY FWSD 1 compare to other utilities in Texas?
ELLIS COUNTY FWSD 1 scores 99/100 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.