A87/100
LUBBOCK PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 275,041 people · Texas
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX1520002
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 1200.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 2018.
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 LUBBOCK PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM
Is LUBBOCK PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
LUBBOCK PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM 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 LUBBOCK PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM detected?
76 contaminants were tested in LUBBOCK PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LUBBOCK PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, LUBBOCK PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does LUBBOCK PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM serve?
LUBBOCK PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 275,041 people, Texas.
What type of water does LUBBOCK PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM provide?
LUBBOCK PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM 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 TX1520002.
How does LUBBOCK PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Texas?
LUBBOCK PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM 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.