Water Quality in Austin, TX (78738)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 78738.
Active Health Violations
12 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 92% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
31,019
Population
17
Water Systems
57
Violations (5yr)
12
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (17)
City Of Austin Water & Wastewater
1 health-basedCity Of Pflugerville
3 health-basedWest Travis County Public Utility Agency
All resolvedHurst Creek Mud
South Buda Wcid 1
All resolvedReunion Ranch Wcid
Senna Hills Mud
El Gancho
All resolvedShady Oaks Mobile Home Park Water System
1 health-basedYoungs Community Llc. Water System
4 health-basedCane View Mobile Home Village
2 health-basedBeansprout Pediatrics
Highway 71 Storage & Mhp
1 health-basedLa Cabana Mexican Restaurant
All resolvedProof & Cooper
All resolvedHippos Hill Country Hideaway
Lake Travis Isd
All resolvedContaminants 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: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Austin (78738) has more violations than 92% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 57.
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
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.