Water Quality in Alvin, TX (77512)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 77512.
Active Health Violations
3 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 94% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
17
Water Systems
70
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (17)
Ascend Performance Materials Chocolate B
Ineos Chocolate Bayou Plant
Pine Colony Mobile Home Park
1 health-basedSpin In Market 11
Brake'S Water System
Ricetec Alvin
2 health-basedPleasant Meadows Subdivision
Cristo Para Todos Church
Columbus Club Association Of Alvin
All resolvedEquistar Polymer Chocolate Bayou
Styrolution America Bayport Site
Willow Wood Duplex
Perthuis Farms Water System
Hastings Convenience Store
Great Southwest Franchising
Ashley Oaks Mhp
Texas City Chemical Plant
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2022
How Does This Compare?
Alvin (77512) has more violations than 94% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 70.
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.