A96/100
HARRIS COUNTY WCID 96 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 10,530 people · Texas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TX1013175
Violations
1
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 2014.
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 WCID 96
Is HARRIS COUNTY WCID 96 water safe to drink?
HARRIS COUNTY WCID 96 water receives a grade of A (96/100), 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 HARRIS COUNTY WCID 96 detected?
31 contaminants were tested in HARRIS COUNTY WCID 96's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HARRIS COUNTY WCID 96 have any EPA violations?
Yes, HARRIS COUNTY WCID 96 has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MR.
How many people does HARRIS COUNTY WCID 96 serve?
HARRIS COUNTY WCID 96 serves approximately 10,530 people, Texas.
What type of water does HARRIS COUNTY WCID 96 provide?
HARRIS COUNTY WCID 96 sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TX1013175.
How does HARRIS COUNTY WCID 96 compare to other utilities in Texas?
HARRIS COUNTY WCID 96 scores 96/100 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.