Water Quality in Houston, TX (77079)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 77079.
Active Health Violations
4 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 95% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
37,276
Population
31
Water Systems
79
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (31)
City Of Houston
1 health-basedCity Of Pasadena
Harris County Mud 24
1 health-basedGalveston County Wcid 12
Harris County Mud 180
Harris County Mud 127
Harris County Wcid 133
Harris County Mud 119
Northwest Harris County Mud 23
All resolvedHarris County Ud 15
Rolling Fork Pud
Fort Bend County Mud 49
Oak Manor Mud
Baker Hughes Emmott Rd Plant
All resolvedAddicks Retail Center
Hall Park Subdivision
Preston Wood Shopping Center
Fm 1450 Man Camp
1 health-basedCafe Ba -Bahia
Plantation Crossing Water Plant
All resolvedPro Shot Inc
Longhorn Village
Cypresswood Mhp
All resolvedBpx Operating
La Casita Homes Ii
1 health-basedFirst Baptist Church Of Addick
Turkey Roost Restaurant
Rainard School
All Seasons Convenience Store
Somerville Terrace Subd
Oil Patch Group
All resolvedContaminants 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)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2024
How Does This Compare?
Houston (77079) has more violations than 95% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 79.
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.