Water Quality in Killeen, TX (76540)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 76540.

Active Health Violations

3 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 67% of US ZIP codes.

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

Water Systems

Violations (5yr)

Health-Based

Location

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Water Systems Serving This Area (2)

West Bell County Wsc

1 health-based

Purchased surface water 4,710 people served

2 violations (5yr) · 1 health-based · All resolved

Central Texas College Killeen

2 health-based

Purchased surface water 2,330 people served

8 violations (5yr) · 2 health-based

Lead tested: 0 ppb (limit: 15 ppb) ✓

Contaminants Found

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSHealth-Based

4 violations

All resolved

Lead and Copper RuleHealth-Based

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

3 violations

Has active

Public NoticeMonitoring

3 violations

Has active

Lead & Copper Levels

Lead (Pb)

Within limit

0 ppb measured Action level: 15 ppb

Sampled: Jul 2025

How Does This Compare?

Killeen (76540) has more violations than 67% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 10.

Fewer violations 67th percentile More violations

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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.