C59/100
SPEARMAN MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,172 people · Texas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
TX0980001
Violations
34
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: January 7, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: 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 SPEARMAN MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM
Is SPEARMAN MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
SPEARMAN MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (59/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 34 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SPEARMAN MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM detected?
31 contaminants were tested in SPEARMAN MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SPEARMAN MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, SPEARMAN MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM has 34 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR, MON. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does SPEARMAN MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM serve?
SPEARMAN MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 3,172 people, Texas.
What type of water does SPEARMAN MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM provide?
SPEARMAN MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TX0980001.
How does SPEARMAN MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Texas?
SPEARMAN MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM scores 59/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Texas state page for a full comparison of water systems.