B78/100
RICE WSC — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 10,167 people · Texas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX1750019
Violations
14
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2013.
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 RICE WSC
Is RICE WSC water safe to drink?
RICE WSC water receives a grade of B (78/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has RICE WSC detected?
31 contaminants were tested in RICE WSC's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does RICE WSC have any EPA violations?
Yes, RICE WSC has 14 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2013. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does RICE WSC serve?
RICE WSC serves approximately 10,167 people, Texas.
What type of water does RICE WSC provide?
RICE WSC 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 TX1750019.
How does RICE WSC compare to other utilities in Texas?
RICE WSC scores 78/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Texas state page for a full comparison of water systems.