Water Quality in Edinburg, TX (78572)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 78572.
Active Health Violations
7 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 92% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
78,024
Population
33
Water Systems
58
Violations (5yr)
7
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (33)
Mcallen Public Utility
North Alamo Wsc
All resolvedCity Of Edinburg
2 health-basedCity Of Pharr
City Of Mission
All resolvedSharyland Wsc
Agua Sud
1 health-basedCity Of Weslaco
1 health-basedCity Of San Juan
Hidalgo County Mud 1
All resolvedBasham Subdivision No 6
Ranch Mobile Home Park The
Good Valley Ranch
Aqua Planet Water Park
3 health-basedSharyland R V Ark
Rio Grande Children'S Home
Diamond L Subdivision
Hilmy Cellars
Country W Estates Homeowners Assn
Americana Trailer Park
Sleepy Hollow Trailer Park
Basham Subdivision No 5 & 8
Riverside Club
Patal Estates
Basham Subdivision No 7
Cp & L Bates Power Sta
Kristi Estates
M. B. Subdivision
Palm Shores Incorporated
Alex Subdivision
107 Tp
Convenience Concepts Co - No 5
Convenience Concepts Co - No 5
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Edinburg (78572) has more violations than 92% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 58.
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
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.