Water Quality in HOUSTON, TX (77042)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 77042.

631

Total Violations

56

Health-Based

575

Monitoring / Reporting

621

Resolved

What does this mean?

621 of 631 violations have been resolved. 56 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 575 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.

Water systems: 26 Population served: 3,666

Violations Detail (631 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AMay 14, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AApr 26, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AApr 26, 2025ResolvedN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(26)

Lead and Copper Rule

51

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

51

Jun 30Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 14Active

Public Notice

75

Apr 26Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 26Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 9Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Feb 7Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Feb 7Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Feb 7Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Feb 7Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 17Active

2024(65)

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

E. COLI

34

Dec 3Active

E. COLI

34

Dec 3Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 28Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 28Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 28Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 28Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 28Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 28Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 5Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 5Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

HOUSTON (77042) has 631 recorded violations, including 56 health-based. 10 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

Activated Carbon Filter

Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.

Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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.

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