Water Quality in Sugar Land, TX (77459)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 77459.
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 99% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
84,221
Population
21
Water Systems
226
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (21)
City Of Sugar Land
Fort Bend County Wcid 2
All resolvedCity Of Rosenberg
All resolvedCity Of Sugar Land Annexed Area
Quail Valley Utility District
Thunderbird Utility District 1
All resolvedMeadowcreek Mud
Thunderbird Utility District System 2
C & C Grocery
All resolvedAj Rv Resort Llc
All resolvedRiverside Drive In
Mustang Bayou Rv Park
All resolvedHouston Suburban Heights Mhp
5 health-basedTerrys Rv Park
All resolvedGreater Houston Gun Club
Happy Camp Rv Park
Smt Capital Liquor & Grocery
M&M Food & Fuel Mart
Rhythmic Attitudes Of Houston
Sienna Plantation Fire Station
New Oasis Of Faith Cathedral
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Sugar Land (77459) has more violations than 99% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 226.
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.