Water Quality in Houston, TX (77536)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 77536.
Active Health Violations
4 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 97% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
33,174
Population
27
Water Systems
109
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (27)
City Of Houston
1 health-basedCity Of Pasadena
City Of Deer Park
Pemex Deer Park
All resolvedRohm & Haas Tx Deer Park
All resolvedLubrizol Deer Park Plant
Rohm & Hass Tx-South Water Sys
Totalenergies Petrochemicals & Refining
All resolvedBattleground Chlor Alkali Plant
Flexitallic Deer Park
1 health-basedLubrizol East Administration Building
All resolvedVopak Terminal Deer Park
Lubrizol Corporation - Bayport
Delta Company Group
1 health-basedQuantum Chemical Co Decene
Aqua Solutions
Deer Park Caustic Plant
Texas Palms Rv Park
Global Octanes Deer Park Facility
Linde Deer Park
Texas Molecular
All resolvedIntercontinental Terminals
Intercontinental Term #2
Quantum Chemical Corp P & E
Linde La Porte
1 health-basedSea Lion Technology
Lubrizol Advanced Materials La Porte
All resolvedContaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Houston (77536) has more violations than 97% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 109.
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
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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.