A90/100
HARRIS COUNTY MUD 196 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,026 people · Texas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX1013002
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: May 15, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 – April 22, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – April 22, 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 HARRIS COUNTY MUD 196
Is HARRIS COUNTY MUD 196 water safe to drink?
HARRIS COUNTY MUD 196 water receives a grade of A (90/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has HARRIS COUNTY MUD 196 detected?
31 contaminants were tested in HARRIS COUNTY MUD 196's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does HARRIS COUNTY MUD 196 have any EPA violations?
Yes, HARRIS COUNTY MUD 196 has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, RPT, TT. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does HARRIS COUNTY MUD 196 serve?
HARRIS COUNTY MUD 196 serves approximately 7,026 people, Texas.
What type of water does HARRIS COUNTY MUD 196 provide?
HARRIS COUNTY MUD 196 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 TX1013002.
How does HARRIS COUNTY MUD 196 compare to other utilities in Texas?
HARRIS COUNTY MUD 196 scores 90/100 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.