Water Quality in Houston, TX (77036)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 77036.
Active Health Violations
7 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 82% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
71,770
Population
28
Water Systems
25
Violations (5yr)
7
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (28)
City Of Houston
1 health-basedCity Of Pasadena
Westway Utility District
Braes Utility District
Post Oak Rd Municipal Util Dis
Shaffer West Little York Road Facility
1 health-basedHouston Sheldon South Tuboscope
1 health-basedWestwood Country Club
Chevron Handi Plus 52
3 health-basedPalm Beach Water System
Star Stop 17
Starstop 14
Synott Trailer Park
Colonial Downs Water System
Fm 1942 C-Store
Fulton Cabins
Underwood'S Bar-B-Que
Hussain Enterprises - Quick St
Creek Bend W.S.
Cc'S Day Care Center
Cutten Road Business Park
All resolvedBarely Lane Business Park
1 health-basedUpshaw Business Park
Auto Zone - Aldine Mail Route
Brittmoore Business Park 6040
Sweetwater Business Park
Golden Bank
Airport Commerce Park I & Ii
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Houston (77036) has more violations than 82% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 25.
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
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.