Water Quality in Amarillo, TX (79101)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 79101.
Active Health Violations
2 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 89% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
2,526
Population
20
Water Systems
43
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (20)
Amarillo Municipal Water System
All resolvedToot N Totum 24
Pro Am Iii Truckstop
Amberwood Water System
1 health-basedBig Texan Steak Ranch
Toot N Totum S Washington And Claude Hwy
Toot N Totum 86
Shamrock Truck Stop
Tolk Station Power Plant
Dept Of Interior Bureau Of Min
Plant X Power Plant
Northern Natural Gas- Elmwood Plant
Us Department Of The Interior Exell Heli
Cottonwood Trailer Park
Us Dept Of The Interior Amarillo Helium
Amarillo Coca Cola Bottling Co
To Ranch
Ymca-Camp Christmas Tree
Northern Natural Gas Bushton
Toot N Totum 22
1 health-basedContaminants 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.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Amarillo (79101) has more violations than 89% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 43.
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
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.