Water Quality in Edinburg, TX (78569)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 78569.
Active Health Violations
4 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 91% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
4,342
Population
16
Water Systems
57
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (16)
Brownsville Public Utilities Board
Mcallen Public Utility
North Alamo Wsc
All resolvedHarlingen Water Works System
City Of Edinburg
2 health-basedCity Of Pharr
City Of Mission
All resolvedSharyland Wsc
Agua Sud
1 health-basedLaguna Madre Water District
City Of Weslaco
1 health-basedCity Of San Juan
East Rio Hondo Wsc
City Of San Benito
City Of Raymondville
All resolvedCity Of Lyford
All resolvedContaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Edinburg (78569) has more violations than 91% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 57.
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.