Water Quality in Hereford, TX (79035)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 79035.
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 81% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
5,391
Population
12
Water Systems
23
Violations (5yr)
6
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (12)
Hereford Municipal Water System
1 health-basedFriona Municipal Water System
2 health-basedCargill Meat Solutions Friona
3 health-basedHi Pro Feeds
Hub Aerial Spraying Serv
Monsanto Agric. Center
Black Grain
Parmer Co Implement Co
Black Mercantile
Herring Implement Co
Hi Plains Feed Yard
West Friona Grain
Contaminants Found
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Hereford (79035) has more violations than 81% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 23.
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
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.