Water Quality in Tool, TX (75163)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 75163.

Past Health-Based Violations

4 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 12 monitoring/reporting violations.

More violations than 75% of US ZIP codes.

Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.

2,443

Population

3

Water Systems

16

Violations (5yr)

4

Health-Based

Location

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Water Systems Serving This Area (3)

West Cedar Creek Mud

Surface water 24,414 people served
0 violations

City Of Athens

All resolved
Purchased surface water 17,934 people served
1 violation (5yr) · All resolved
Lead tested: 4.09 ppb (limit: 15 ppb)

City Of Trinidad

4 health-based
Surface water 1,482 people served
15 violations (5yr) · 4 health-based · All resolved
Lead tested: 0 ppb (limit: 15 ppb)

Contaminants Found

TTHMHealth-Based
4 violations
All resolved
Public NoticeMonitoring
7 violations
All resolved
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoring
3 violations
All resolved
CARBON, TOTALMonitoring
1 violation
All resolved
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoring

Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.

1 violation
All resolved

Lead & Copper Levels

Lead (Pb)

Within limit
4.09 ppb measured Action level: 15 ppb

Sampled: Jul 2025

How Does This Compare?

Tool (75163) has more violations than 75% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 16.

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Recommended Water Filters

Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.

Activated Carbon Filter

Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.

Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.

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