Water Quality in Austin, TX (78759)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 78759.
Active Health Violations
30 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 88% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
43,182
Population
27
Water Systems
41
Violations (5yr)
30
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (27)
City Of Austin Water & Wastewater
1 health-basedCity Of Georgetown
All resolvedCity Of Round Rock
City Of Leander
City Of Cedar Park
City Of Pflugerville
3 health-basedJonah Water Sud
All resolvedCity Of Hutto
North Central Austin G C Mud N
Northwest Travis Co Mud 1
Maple Run At Austin Mud
Quickie Pickie
Ahg Odessa
All resolvedCoppertree Condominiums
Northwest Austin Mud #1
Ahg Orla
Cedar Park Mud No 1
Rudys Country Store & Bbq
Ahg Big Spring
Prochnow Vineyards At Crabapple Creek
Frio Canon Water
26 health-basedCircle C Golf Course Clubhouse
Rabun Learning Center
Ahg Water Hauler
Sandy Shores Water Co-Op
North Travis County Mud No 2
Paseo Del Este Mud 10
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Austin (78759) has more violations than 88% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 41.
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
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.