Water Quality in HOUSTON, TX (77208)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 77208.
52
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
52
Monitoring / Reporting
52
Resolved
What does this mean?
52 of 52 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 52 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 (52 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Endrin | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Endrin | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Atrazine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | Cardiovascular system or reproductive problems |
| Atrazine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | Cardiovascular system or reproductive problems |
| Atrazine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | Cardiovascular system or reproductive problems |
| HEXACHLOROBENZENE | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| HEXACHLOROBENZENE | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| HEXACHLOROBENZENE | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Pentachlorophenol | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2023(48)
Endrin
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
Endrin
03
Atrazine
03
Atrazine
03
Atrazine
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
Pentachlorophenol
03
Pentachlorophenol
03
Pentachlorophenol
03
Chlordane
03
Endrin
03
Chlordane
03
Methoxychlor
03
Methoxychlor
03
Methoxychlor
03
Heptachlor
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
Toxaphene
03
Toxaphene
03
Toxaphene
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
Simazine
03
Simazine
03
Simazine
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
LASSO
03
LASSO
03
LASSO
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Heptachlor
03
Heptachlor
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
Chlordane
03
2022(4)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
How Does This Compare?
HOUSTON (77208) has 52 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. 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.