A91/100
PONDEROSA FOREST UTILITY DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 10,101 people · Texas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TX1010384
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.008 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: January 30, 2022 – August 15, 2023Rule: 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 PONDEROSA FOREST UTILITY DISTRICT
Is PONDEROSA FOREST UTILITY DISTRICT water safe to drink?
PONDEROSA FOREST UTILITY DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (91/100), 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 PONDEROSA FOREST UTILITY DISTRICT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in PONDEROSA FOREST UTILITY DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PONDEROSA FOREST UTILITY DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, PONDEROSA FOREST UTILITY DISTRICT has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does PONDEROSA FOREST UTILITY DISTRICT serve?
PONDEROSA FOREST UTILITY DISTRICT serves approximately 10,101 people, Texas.
What type of water does PONDEROSA FOREST UTILITY DISTRICT provide?
PONDEROSA FOREST UTILITY DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TX1010384.
How does PONDEROSA FOREST UTILITY DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Texas?
PONDEROSA FOREST UTILITY DISTRICT scores 91/100 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.