A92/100
SOUTHERN UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 69,735 people · Texas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX2120063
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
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: March 31, 2024 – May 13, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: September 18, 2021 – November 4, 2021Rule: 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 SOUTHERN UTILITIES
Is SOUTHERN UTILITIES water safe to drink?
SOUTHERN UTILITIES water receives a grade of A (92/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SOUTHERN UTILITIES detected?
66 contaminants were tested in SOUTHERN UTILITIES's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does SOUTHERN UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, SOUTHERN UTILITIES has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does SOUTHERN UTILITIES serve?
SOUTHERN UTILITIES serves approximately 69,735 people, Texas.
What type of water does SOUTHERN UTILITIES provide?
SOUTHERN UTILITIES 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 TX2120063.
How does SOUTHERN UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Texas?
SOUTHERN UTILITIES scores 92/100 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.