Water Quality in WELLS, TX (75976)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 75976.

241

Total Violations

150

Health-Based

91

Monitoring / Reporting

218

Resolved

What does this mean?

218 of 241 violations have been resolved. 150 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 91 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: 2 Population served: 1,504

Violations Detail (241 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 29, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 29, 2025ActiveN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.122Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.122Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Health-BasedN/A0.095Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Health-BasedN/A0.095Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AMay 21, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AMay 21, 2025ActiveN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(29)

Public Notice

75

Jul 29Active

Public Notice

75

Jul 29Active

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Public Notice

75

May 21Active

Public Notice

75

May 21Active

Public Notice

75

May 21Active

Public Notice

75

May 21Active

Public Notice

75

May 19Active

Public Notice

75

May 19Active

Public Notice

75

May 19Active

Public Notice

75

May 19Active

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 19Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 19Active

TTHM

35

Feb 17Resolved

TTHM

35

Feb 17Resolved

TTHM

35

Feb 17Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

35

Feb 17Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

35

Feb 17Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

35

Feb 17Resolved

2024(35)

TTHM

02

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Dec 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Dec 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Active

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 25Active

Public Notice

75

Sep 25Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Aug 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Aug 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Aug 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Aug 30Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 1Active

E. COLI

34

Aug 1Active

E. COLI

34

Aug 1Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jul 1Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jul 1Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 3Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 3Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 3Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 3Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

WELLS (75976) has 241 recorded violations, including 150 health-based. 23 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

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

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

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

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