Water Quality in El Paso, TX (79936)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 79936.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation 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 82% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
102,991
Population
18
Water Systems
26
Violations (5yr)
1
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
Desert Oasis Park
Deerfield Park Water Supply Sy
El Rancho Escondido
First Texas Products
Arvey Park
Vista Montana Court
Cerro Alto Water System
1 health-basedRainbow Mobile Home Park
Sands Mobile Home Park
Kaisers Water Hauling
Pueblo Bakery
La Palmera Cafe
Dannys Water Hauling
Esthers Tavern
Contaminants 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: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
El Paso (79936) has more violations than 82% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 26.
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.