Water Quality in Austin, TX (78669)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 78669.
Active Health Violations
6 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 84% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
12,592
Population
39
Water Systems
28
Violations (5yr)
6
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (39)
City Of Austin Water & Wastewater
1 health-basedCity Of Pflugerville
3 health-basedVillage Of Briarcliff
All resolvedHighland Lakes Baptist Encampment
1 health-basedHollingsworth And Hollingsworth
Windermere Oaks Wsc
All resolvedPaleface Grocery & Market
Bee Creek United Methodist Church
Hills Of Texas Bulk Water
Resort Ranch Of Lake Travis
Capitol Rod & Gun Club Inc
Whitecliff Utilities
Opies Bbq
Hazy Hills Wsc
All resolvedHill Country Lakes Rv Campground
1 health-basedDeano'S
Austin Golf Club
Tonkawa Wsc
All resolvedPaleface Park Country Store
Hazy Hills Office Park
Mount View Lodge And Marina
Krause Springs
Shovel Mountain Ranch Subdivision
Camp Pedernales Store
Old Ferry Tavern
Club 71
Lone Star Bulk Water Hauler
All resolvedOpies Barbeque
Opies Barbeque
Tierra Vista Montessori School Inc
Drip Drops Bulk Water
Spicewood Center
Ripple 2.0 Bulk Water Delivery
At The Park Rv Park
Teague Ws
Glenville Water
Spicewood Grill Sams Kitchen
Pasture & Pier Family Dining
Paleface Pedernales Wsc
Contaminants 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.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Austin (78669) has more violations than 84% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 28.
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.