F3/100
NUECES COUNTY WCID 3 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 14,000 people · Texas
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX1780005
Violations
23
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 244.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
3
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2022 – June 30, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2022 – March 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
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 NUECES COUNTY WCID 3
Is NUECES COUNTY WCID 3 water safe to drink?
NUECES COUNTY WCID 3 water receives a grade of F (3/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 23 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has NUECES COUNTY WCID 3 detected?
69 contaminants were tested in NUECES COUNTY WCID 3's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NUECES COUNTY WCID 3 have any EPA violations?
Yes, NUECES COUNTY WCID 3 has 23 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MCL, MR, Other. 17 are health-based violations.
How many people does NUECES COUNTY WCID 3 serve?
NUECES COUNTY WCID 3 serves approximately 14,000 people, Texas.
What type of water does NUECES COUNTY WCID 3 provide?
NUECES COUNTY WCID 3 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 TX1780005.
How does NUECES COUNTY WCID 3 compare to other utilities in Texas?
NUECES COUNTY WCID 3 scores 3/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Texas state page for a full comparison of water systems.