A87/100
FORT BEND COUNTY WCID 2 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 49,173 people · Texas
Water Source
Surface Water
County
—
System ID
TX0790004
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 410.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: December 30, 2024 – February 11, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2022 – September 30, 2022Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 WCID 2
Is FORT BEND COUNTY WCID 2 water safe to drink?
FORT BEND COUNTY WCID 2 water receives a grade of A (87/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has FORT BEND COUNTY WCID 2 detected?
76 contaminants were tested in FORT BEND COUNTY WCID 2's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FORT BEND COUNTY WCID 2 have any EPA violations?
Yes, FORT BEND COUNTY WCID 2 has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does FORT BEND COUNTY WCID 2 serve?
FORT BEND COUNTY WCID 2 serves approximately 49,173 people, Texas.
What type of water does FORT BEND COUNTY WCID 2 provide?
FORT BEND COUNTY WCID 2 sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is TX0790004.
How does FORT BEND COUNTY WCID 2 compare to other utilities in Texas?
FORT BEND COUNTY WCID 2 scores 87/100 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.