C41/100
FORT GATES WSC — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,500 people · Texas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX0500017
Violations
35
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
5
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: December 1, 2024 – January 30, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024 – June 18, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – June 18, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: September 29, 2024 – November 12, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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, 2023 – July 10, 2024Rule: 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 FORT GATES WSC
Is FORT GATES WSC water safe to drink?
FORT GATES WSC water receives a grade of C (41/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 35 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has FORT GATES WSC detected?
1 contaminants were tested in FORT GATES WSC's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does FORT GATES WSC have any EPA violations?
Yes, FORT GATES WSC has 35 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, RPT, TT. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does FORT GATES WSC serve?
FORT GATES WSC serves approximately 2,500 people, Texas.
What type of water does FORT GATES WSC provide?
FORT GATES WSC 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 TX0500017.
How does FORT GATES WSC compare to other utilities in Texas?
FORT GATES WSC scores 41/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Texas state page for a full comparison of water systems.