Water Quality in Big Spring, TX (79721)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 79721.
Past Health-Based Violations
15 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 5 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 79% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
352
Population
12
Water Systems
20
Violations (5yr)
15
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (12)
City Of Big Spring
15 health-basedFina Truck Stop
T-Stop 8 Grocery
Texaco Vealmore Production Office
Stuckeys Pecan Shoppe
Power Resources Inc C R Wing Plant
Colorado River Mud - Stacey Dam
Colorado River Mwd Snyder Well Field
Colorado River Mwd Ector County Well Fie
Colorado River Mwd Ward County Wells
Colorado River Municipal Water District
Colorado River Mwd Pyote
Contaminants Found
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Big Spring (79721) has more violations than 79% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 20.
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.