Water Quality in Sherman, TX (76240)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 76240.
Past Health-Based Violations
3 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 15 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 77% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
29,419
Population
19
Water Systems
18
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (19)
City Of Sherman
City Of Denison
All resolvedCity Of Gainesville
Lake Kiowa Sud
City Of Callisburg
Gainesville State School
Callisburg Isd
Oak Ridge Water System
1 health-basedWalnut Bend Isd
1 health-basedCamp Sweeney
Sivells Bend Isd
1 health-basedTimbercreek Ranchettes
Harrell Water System
Hilltop 2
Back Forty Utility 2
Butcher Estates Well Water Ass
Arco Atkins Lease
Arco Best Lease
Moss Lake Assoc
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Sherman (76240) has more violations than 77% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 18.
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
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.