Water Quality in San Antonio, TX (78253)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 78253.
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 76% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
69,282
Population
10
Water Systems
17
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (10)
San Antonio Water System
Benton City Wsc
Pioneer Estates
1 health-basedRio Medina Estates
1 health-basedAdobe Village
Cordi Marian Villa
1 health-basedGunn Mobile Home Park
National Skeet Shooting Assn
Out Of The Way Cafe
All resolvedTbs Foods
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2022
How Does This Compare?
San Antonio (78253) has more violations than 76% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 17.
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
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.