Water Quality in COVINGTON, TX (76636)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 76636.
13
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
13
Monitoring / Reporting
12
Resolved
What does this mean?
12 of 13 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 13 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.
Violations Detail (13 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 21, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2024(3)
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
2023(2)
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
How Does This Compare?
COVINGTON (76636) has 13 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. 1 remains 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.
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.