Water Quality in ORANGE, TX (77631)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 77631.
105
Total Violations
16
Health-Based
89
Monitoring / Reporting
105
Resolved
What does this mean?
105 of 105 violations have been resolved. 16 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 89 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (105 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-Based | N/A | 0.064 | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-Based | N/A | 0.064 | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-Based | N/A | 0.064 | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-Based | N/A | 0.064 | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(6)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
2024(85)
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
02
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
02
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
02
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
02
TTHM
02
TTHM
02
TTHM
02
TTHM
02
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Trichloroethylene
03
Styrene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
Vinyl chloride
03
Vinyl chloride
03
Vinyl chloride
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Benzene
03
Benzene
03
Benzene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Xylenes, Total
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
Toluene
03
Toluene
03
Toluene
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
Styrene
03
Styrene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
How Does This Compare?
ORANGE (77631) has 105 recorded violations, including 16 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
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
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.