Water Quality in RIVERA, TX (78379)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 78379.
91
Total Violations
55
Health-Based
36
Monitoring / Reporting
89
Resolved
What does this mean?
89 of 91 violations have been resolved. 55 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 36 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 (91 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 18, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 18, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 18, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 18, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 2, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 2, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Health-Based | N/A | 23 | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Health-Based | N/A | 23 | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2023(24)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Combined Uranium
02
Combined Uranium
02
Combined Uranium
02
Combined Uranium
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
2022(40)
Combined Uranium
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Combined Uranium
02
Combined Uranium
02
Combined Uranium
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Combined Uranium
02
Combined Uranium
02
Combined Uranium
02
Combined Uranium
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
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
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Combined Uranium
02
Combined Uranium
02
Combined Uranium
02
Combined Uranium
02
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Combined Uranium
02
Combined Uranium
02
Combined Uranium
02
Combined Uranium
02
How Does This Compare?
RIVERA (78379) has 91 recorded violations, including 55 health-based. 2 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
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.