Water Quality in AUSTIN, TX (78732)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 78732.
39
Total Violations
24
Health-Based
15
Monitoring / Reporting
34
Resolved
What does this mean?
34 of 39 violations have been resolved. 24 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 15 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 (39 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Dec 9, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Dec 9, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Dec 9, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Dec 9, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Dec 9, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Dec 9, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(3)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2023(1)
Public Notice
75
How Does This Compare?
AUSTIN (78732) has 39 recorded violations, including 24 health-based. 5 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.
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.