Water Quality in Freeport, TX (77542)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 77542.
Past Health-Based Violations
16 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 31 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 89% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
17
Water Systems
47
Violations (5yr)
16
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (17)
Jones Creek Terrace
1 health-basedRolling Hills Colony Water System
1 health-basedBisd Stephen F Austin School
All resolvedAnglecrest Subdivision
1 health-basedRoyal Ridge
2 health-basedRiver Oaks
1 health-basedHomeland Subdivision
1 health-basedRiverwood Subdivision Water System
1 health-basedHuntsman Ethyleneamines
1 health-basedBryan Mound Strategic Petroleum Reserve
1 health-basedChoctaw Subdivision
1 health-basedBlacks Ferry Water
1 health-basedWood Oaks Water Works
1 health-basedRiver Run Water System
1 health-basedBernard River Oaks
1 health-basedJones Creekwood
1 health-basedPattis Place
Contaminants Found
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Freeport (77542) has more violations than 89% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 47.
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.