Water Quality in Houston, TX (77388)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 77388.
Active Health Violations
5 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 83% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
53,425
Population
26
Water Systems
28
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (26)
City Of Houston
1 health-basedCity Of Pasadena
Cottage Gardens
1 health-basedAlphabet Soup Early Learning Ctr
Spring Cypress Chevron Mart
Klein United Methodist Church
H & M Food Market
Abiding Word Lutheran Church & School
North Point Villa
1 health-basedPlant Ford
Bien Food Store
Food Town No 3
All resolvedNorth Pine Business Center
1 health-basedDr Pepper Bottling Co - Spring
Nells Place
Mid Lake Campground
Gunny Shack
Wheat Meadow Mobile Home Park Section Ii
All resolvedWheat Meadow Mobile Home Park Section I
1 health-basedRs Mobile Home Park
Spring Lodge
Harmony Day Care Center
North Eldridge Convenience Store
Convenience Store - Rhodes Rd
Paymaker
New Life Christian Reformed Church
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Houston (77388) has more violations than 83% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 28.
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
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.