Water Quality in Sugar Land, TX (77461)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 77461.
Active Health Violations
2 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 88% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
12,365
Population
27
Water Systems
41
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (27)
City Of Sugar Land
Fort Bend County Wcid 2
All resolvedCity Of Rosenberg
All resolvedCity Of Sugar Land Annexed Area
City Of Needville
1 health-basedNeedville Isd
360 Short Stop
Jeske Rv Resort
Time Mart
All resolvedMelody Lane
Fairchilds Store
Jay'S Restaurant
Brazos Bend Storage And Rv Park
Suzys Cafe
Rookies Grill
The Jay Cafe
Brazos Bend Home & Ranch
1 health-basedBig Creek Saloon & Country Grill
Farmers Inn
Kountry Korner
Longpoint Country Store
Buddy'S Drive -Inn Grocery
Kountry Bakery & More
United Gas Pipeline Co
Jefferson Lake Sulphur Co
Krafts Country Store
All resolvedDiamond Market 2 Big Creek
Contaminants 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: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Sugar Land (77461) has more violations than 88% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 41.
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.