Water Quality in Austin, TX (78610)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 78610.
Active Health Violations
9 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.
48,319
Population
29
Water Systems
56
Violations (5yr)
9
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (29)
City Of Austin Water & Wastewater
1 health-basedCity Of San Marcos
City Of Pflugerville
3 health-basedCity Of Kyle
Texas State University - San Marcos
Goforth Sud
2 health-basedCounty Line Sud
All resolvedCity Of Lockhart
City Of Buda
All resolvedCreedmoor Maha Wsc
All resolvedCimarron Park Water
Ruby Ranch Wsc
City Of Mountain City
Elliott Ranch Water System
Hays Youth Sports Complex
All resolvedHays Hills Baptist Church
All resolvedCity Of Hays
Ladybird Montessori
1 health-basedTexas Lehigh Cement
2 health-basedCamp Ben Mcculloch Ws
All resolvedTwin Oaks Ranch
All resolvedDriftwood Water Co
Church Of Christ At Buda Kyle
Buda Too
Oasis Water Delivery
Twin Creek Park Water System
All resolvedRail Road Bbq
City Of Buda Well 4
Crestview Rv Center
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Austin (78610) has more violations than 91% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 56.
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.