Water Quality in Athens, TX (75751)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 75751.
Active Health Violations
34 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 97% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
18,644
Population
50
Water Systems
138
Violations (5yr)
34
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (50)
City Of Palestine
4 health-basedWest Cedar Creek Mud
City Of Athens
All resolvedVirginia Hill Wsc
All resolvedCrescent Heights Wsc
Lakeshore Utility
1 health-basedDixie Isle Water System
1 health-basedBethel Ash Wsc Water Edge Plant
All resolvedBethel Ash Wsc Murphy Plant
All resolvedBethel Ash Wsc Lake Plant
Bethel Ash Wsc Walton Plant
4 health-basedBethel Ash Wsc Lowe Plant
Virginia Hills Wsc No 1
C R C Wsc
10 health-basedPoint La Vista
1 health-basedBethel Ash Wsc Mcatee Plant
Oakhill Park Water System
Clear Creek Resort Water System
1 health-basedBethel Ash Wsc Hall Plant
Bethel Ash Wsc Ott Plant
Coon Creek Club
East Lake Woods
1 health-basedBethel Ash Wsc Douglas Plant
All resolvedBethel Ash Wsc Hawn Plant
Brown,L C Water System
Cedarview Estates
2 health-basedBethel Ash Wsc Bethel Plant
The Reserve
1 health-basedLake Vista Village
1 health-basedClearwater Bay
Adrians Acres
Esquire Estates Ii
5 health-basedChristian Youth Foundation Main
All resolvedPark Harbor Water System
Christian Youth Foundation Creativ
All resolvedKings Pointe Water Supply
Caddo Store Water System
Putnam Boarding Home
Pete'S Paradise
North Loop Apartments
Oak Manor Estates
Trey Meadows Subd
Roy'S Mhp
Adams Mobile Home Park
Ranchview Mobile Home Park
Andrews Center
4 D Mobile Home Park
Bobs Trailer Park
Hidden Acres Water System
All resolvedAthens Municipal Water Authority
2 health-basedContaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2021
How Does This Compare?
Athens (75751) has more violations than 97% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 138.
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.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
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.