Water Quality in COTTON CENTER, TX (79021)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 79021.
67
Total Violations
11
Health-Based
56
Monitoring / Reporting
28
Resolved
What does this mean?
28 of 67 violations have been resolved. 11 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 56 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 (67 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 7, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 15, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 9, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Mar 7, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Mar 7, 2025 | Active | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(10)
Public Notice
75
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Chlorine
27
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
2024(12)
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
Public Notice
75
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
How Does This Compare?
COTTON CENTER (79021) has 67 recorded violations, including 11 health-based. 39 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.
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
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.