Water Quality in SILSBEE, TX (77656)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 77656.

431

Total Violations

16

Health-Based

415

Monitoring / Reporting

390

Resolved

What does this mean?

390 of 431 violations have been resolved. 16 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 415 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.

Water systems: 17 Population served: 19,305

Violations Detail (431 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 28, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AAug 20, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AAug 20, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AAug 7, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJun 29, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJun 29, 2025ActiveN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(19)

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 28Active

Public Notice

75

Aug 20Active

Public Notice

75

Aug 20Active

Public Notice

75

Aug 7Active

Lead and Copper Rule

57

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

57

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

57

Jun 29Active

Lead and Copper Rule

57

Jun 29Active

Public Notice

75

Apr 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Active

Lead and Copper Rule

65

Feb 28Active

Lead and Copper Rule

65

Feb 28Active

E. COLI

34

Jan 15Active

E. COLI

34

Jan 15Active

E. COLI

34

Jan 15Active

2024(41)

Lead and Copper Rule

53

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

53

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

56

Dec 31Active

Lead and Copper Rule

56

Dec 31Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jul 1Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 28Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 4Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 4Resolved

How Does This Compare?

SILSBEE (77656) has 431 recorded violations, including 16 health-based. 41 remain unresolved. 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.

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