A94/100
FORT BEND COUNTY MUD 48 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,969 people · Texas
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
TX0790267
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2012.
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 FORT BEND COUNTY MUD 48
Is FORT BEND COUNTY MUD 48 water safe to drink?
FORT BEND COUNTY MUD 48 water receives a grade of A (94/100), 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 FORT BEND COUNTY MUD 48 detected?
31 contaminants were tested in FORT BEND COUNTY MUD 48's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FORT BEND COUNTY MUD 48 have any EPA violations?
Yes, FORT BEND COUNTY MUD 48 has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does FORT BEND COUNTY MUD 48 serve?
FORT BEND COUNTY MUD 48 serves approximately 3,969 people, Texas.
What type of water does FORT BEND COUNTY MUD 48 provide?
FORT BEND COUNTY MUD 48 sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TX0790267.
How does FORT BEND COUNTY MUD 48 compare to other utilities in Texas?
FORT BEND COUNTY MUD 48 scores 94/100 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.