Water Quality in El Paso, TX (79821)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 79821.
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 84% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
7,227
Population
18
Water Systems
28
Violations (5yr)
6
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (18)
El Paso Water Utilities Public Service B
All resolvedLower Valley Water District
All resolvedPaseo Del Este Mud 1
All resolvedHorizon Regional Mud
Town Of Anthony
4 health-basedVillage Of Vinton
Columbus Water System
2 health-basedPaso Del Norte Ingredients
Barranca Corp
W Silver
Vinton Mobile Home Park
All resolvedWater King Store - North Main
Water King Store - Solano
Cal Tex Spice Co
Villa Alegre Estates
Vinton Hills Subdivision
Vinton Village Estates
Hillside Water Works
Contaminants Found
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
El Paso (79821) has more violations than 84% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 28.
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.