A80/100
LAKE CITIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 17,826 people · Texas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX0610029
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 695.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
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 4, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – November 20, 2023Enforcement: 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 LAKE CITIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY AUTHORITY
Is LAKE CITIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
LAKE CITIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY AUTHORITY water receives a grade of A (80/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has LAKE CITIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY AUTHORITY detected?
69 contaminants were tested in LAKE CITIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LAKE CITIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, LAKE CITIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY AUTHORITY has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does LAKE CITIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY AUTHORITY serve?
LAKE CITIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY AUTHORITY serves approximately 17,826 people, Texas.
What type of water does LAKE CITIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY AUTHORITY provide?
LAKE CITIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY AUTHORITY 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 TX0610029.
How does LAKE CITIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Texas?
LAKE CITIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY AUTHORITY scores 80/100 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.