A89/100
TOWN OF LITTLE ELM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 41,000 people · Texas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX0610035
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 1130.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2005.
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 TOWN OF LITTLE ELM
Is TOWN OF LITTLE ELM water safe to drink?
TOWN OF LITTLE ELM water receives a grade of A (89/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has TOWN OF LITTLE ELM detected?
69 contaminants were tested in TOWN OF LITTLE ELM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TOWN OF LITTLE ELM have any EPA violations?
Yes, TOWN OF LITTLE ELM has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2005. Violation types include MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does TOWN OF LITTLE ELM serve?
TOWN OF LITTLE ELM serves approximately 41,000 people, Texas.
What type of water does TOWN OF LITTLE ELM provide?
TOWN OF LITTLE ELM 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 TX0610035.
How does TOWN OF LITTLE ELM compare to other utilities in Texas?
TOWN OF LITTLE ELM scores 89/100 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.