Water Quality in LUFKIN, TX (75901)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 75901.

132

Total Violations

22

Health-Based

110

Monitoring / Reporting

130

Resolved

What does this mean?

130 of 132 violations have been resolved. 22 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 110 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.

Water systems: 29 Population served: 17,590

Violations Detail (132 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(17)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

51

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

51

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

51

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

51

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

2024(24)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

35

Jul 11Resolved

TTHM

35

Jul 11Resolved

TTHM

35

Jul 11Resolved

TTHM

35

Jul 11Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 30Active

How Does This Compare?

LUFKIN (75901) has 132 recorded violations, including 22 health-based. 2 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

UV Water Purifier

Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.

Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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