A87/100
WHARTON COUNTY WCID 1 LOUISE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,206 people · Texas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
TX2410008
Violations
10
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2024 – November 21, 2024Rule: 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 WHARTON COUNTY WCID 1 LOUISE
Is WHARTON COUNTY WCID 1 LOUISE water safe to drink?
WHARTON COUNTY WCID 1 LOUISE water receives a grade of A (87/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has WHARTON COUNTY WCID 1 LOUISE detected?
1 contaminants were tested in WHARTON COUNTY WCID 1 LOUISE's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WHARTON COUNTY WCID 1 LOUISE have any EPA violations?
Yes, WHARTON COUNTY WCID 1 LOUISE has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does WHARTON COUNTY WCID 1 LOUISE serve?
WHARTON COUNTY WCID 1 LOUISE serves approximately 1,206 people, Texas.
What type of water does WHARTON COUNTY WCID 1 LOUISE provide?
WHARTON COUNTY WCID 1 LOUISE sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TX2410008.
How does WHARTON COUNTY WCID 1 LOUISE compare to other utilities in Texas?
WHARTON COUNTY WCID 1 LOUISE scores 87/100 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.