Water Quality in MASON, TX (76856)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 76856.
47
Total Violations
40
Health-Based
7
Monitoring / Reporting
44
Resolved
What does this mean?
44 of 47 violations have been resolved. 40 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 7 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 (47 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Nov 26, 2024 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Nov 26, 2024 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Nov 26, 2024 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Health-Based | N/A | 16 | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Health-Based | N/A | 16 | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Health-Based | N/A | 16 | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Health-Based | N/A | 16 | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Health-Based | N/A | 16 | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(3)
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
2022(14)
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Lead and Copper Rule
53
Lead and Copper Rule
53
Lead and Copper Rule
53
Lead and Copper Rule
53
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
How Does This Compare?
MASON (76856) has 47 recorded violations, including 40 health-based. 3 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
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.