Water Quality in EL PASO, TX (79904)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 79904.

153

Total Violations

79

Health-Based

74

Monitoring / Reporting

149

Resolved

What does this mean?

149 of 153 violations have been resolved. 79 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 74 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.

Water systems: 2 Population served: 365

Violations Detail (153 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 28, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 28, 2025ActiveN/A
ArsenicHealth-BasedN/A0.013Jun 30, 2025ResolvedSkin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer
ArsenicHealth-BasedN/A0.013Jun 30, 2025ResolvedSkin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer
ArsenicHealth-BasedN/A0.013Jun 30, 2025ResolvedSkin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AMay 14, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AMay 14, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AMay 14, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AMay 14, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ActiveN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(15)

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 28Active

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 28Active

Arsenic

02

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 14Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Active

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Active

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

2024(46)

Arsenic

02

Dec 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Dec 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Dec 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Dec 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 30Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

Arsenic

02

Sep 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Sep 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Sep 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 7Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 7Resolved

How Does This Compare?

EL PASO (79904) has 153 recorded violations, including 79 health-based. 4 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.

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