Water Quality in RIO HONDO, TX (78583)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 78583.
98
Total Violations
47
Health-Based
51
Monitoring / Reporting
92
Resolved
What does this mean?
92 of 98 violations have been resolved. 47 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 51 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 (98 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 2, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 13, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(13)
CARBON, TOTAL
27
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Public Notice
75
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
2024(26)
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
43
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
43
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
43
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
43
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
43
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
44
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
44
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
44
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
44
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
44
Chlorine dioxide
27
Chlorine dioxide
27
Chlorine dioxide
27
Chlorine dioxide
27
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Chlorine dioxide
27
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
How Does This Compare?
RIO HONDO (78583) has 98 recorded violations, including 47 health-based. 6 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
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