Water Quality in Austin, TX (78654)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 78654.
Active Health Violations
18 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 94% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
20,650
Population
48
Water Systems
72
Violations (5yr)
18
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (48)
City Of Austin Water & Wastewater
1 health-basedCity Of Pflugerville
3 health-basedCity Of Marble Falls
2 health-basedCity Of Granite Shoals
5 health-basedCity Of Meadowlakes
All resolvedCity Of Highland Haven Water System
City Of Granite Shoals Sherwood Iii
All resolvedDouble Horn Creek Wsc
Spicewood Estates
Sunset Hills Subdivision
Wilderness Cove
Cracker Barrel Grocery
Farm House Rest
H 2 O On Tap Water Hauler
High Sierra Water System
North Ridge Wsc
All resolvedHill Country Lake Resort
Camp Of The Hills
Camp Balcones Springs
2 health-basedSkyline Terrace Subdivision
Camp Peniel
All resolvedFlying K Ranch
Flat Creek Estate
All resolvedTwo Roosters Ranch Rv Park
Spicewood General Store
Rocky Top Restaurant & Food Mart
Capstone Subdivision
5 health-basedLcra Thomas C Ferguson Power Plant
Bertram Woods Subdivision
Honeymoon Camp
Hidden Falls Adventure Park
Buckner Childrens Ranch
Frontier Bulk Water
Area A Rv Park
Miertschin Wine Ventures
Stahr Ice
All resolvedApple Tree Alley
Culture Gulch
Sunshine Cafe
Hof-Brau Inn
H-2-0 On Tap - Hwy 1431 At 111
Hills Country Food Mart
All resolvedStedman Rv Park
Ramp The
Flat Creek Estate Winery
City Of Granite Shoals Sunset Woods Wate
City Of Granite Shoals Kingswood
Camp Champions
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.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2024
How Does This Compare?
Austin (78654) has more violations than 94% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 72.
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.
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.