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ZIP 77070 Tap Water Quality Report

What the State of Texas found in the water utilities serving 77070 in Houston, TX, and how to treat it.

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10contaminants found above EPA health goals in at least one utility
2.9–9.9grains per gallon hardness (range across utilities in this ZIP): slightly hard to hard
12water utilities with state test results in this ZIP

Found Above EPA Health Goals

An EPA health goal is the level at which no health risk is expected. Legal limits are often higher, because they also weigh the cost of treatment. These contaminants were found above the health goal in at least one utility serving 77070.

BromodichloromethaneFound in 12 of 12 utilitiesHealth goal: zeroHighest utility average: 8.6 ppbRemoved by: AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE, PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dichloroacetic acidFound in 11 of 12 utilitiesHealth goal: zeroHighest utility average: 16.3 ppbRemoved by: AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE, PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Lead (home tap samples)Found in 9 of 12 utilitiesHealth goal: zeroHighest utility average: 5.9 ppbRemoved by: PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
BromoformFound in 9 of 12 utilitiesHealth goal: zeroHighest utility average: 4.5 ppbRemoved by: AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE, PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
ArsenicFound in 7 of 12 utilitiesHealth goal: zero · Legal limit: 10 ppbHighest utility average: 7.3 ppbRemoved by: PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Gross alpha radioactivityFound in 3 of 12 utilitiesHealth goal: zero · Legal limit: 15 pCi/LHighest utility average: 7.8 pCi/LRemoved by: PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Radium (combined 226 + 228)Found in 3 of 12 utilitiesHealth goal: zero · Legal limit: 5 pCi/LHighest utility average: 1.5 pCi/LRemoved by: Water softener, PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Gross beta radioactivityFound in 3 of 12 utilitiesHealth goal: zeroHighest utility average: 5.8 pCi/LRemoved by: PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
UraniumFound in 2 of 12 utilitiesHealth goal: zero · Legal limit: 30 ppbHighest utility average: 3 ppbRemoved by: PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
CyanideFound in 1 of 12 utilitiesHealth goal: 200 ppb · Legal limit: 200 ppbHighest utility average: 220 ppbRemoved by: PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA

Source: Test results from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Drinking Water Viewer, samples collected October 2023 through October 2026. Health goals and legal limits from the U.S. EPA National Primary Drinking Water Regulations. Each utility below lists its state water system ID so you can look up its records.

Results by Water Utility

Your water utility is the name on your water bill. Open it to see everything the state found in its water from October 2023 through October 2026.

City of Houston serves about 2,202,531 people · hardness 7.3 gpg (hard) · 6 above health goals
ContaminantAverage foundHighest foundLegal limitEPA health goalRemoved by
Arsenic Above health goal
Occurs naturally in Texas groundwater. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer and to skin and circulatory problems.
3.6 ppb4.1 ppb10 ppbZeroPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromodichloromethane Above health goal
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
8.6 ppb17 ppbpart of TTHMsZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromoform Above health goal
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
1.5 ppb2 ppbpart of TTHMsZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dichloroacetic acid Above health goal
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
16.3 ppb29.9 ppbpart of HAA5ZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Gross alpha radioactivity Above health goal
Natural radioactivity from uranium and radium in groundwater.
7.8 pCi/L7.8 pCi/L15 pCi/LZeroPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Lead (home tap samples) Above health goal
No safe level for children. Lead usually comes from household plumbing and fixtures, not the utility.
3.5 ppb13.9 ppb15 action level (ppb)ZeroPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Aluminum
Can discolor water.
0.063 ppm0.1 ppm0.2 guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Atrazine
A weed killer that runs off farm fields.
0.14 ppb0.19 ppb3 ppb3 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Barium
A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure.
0.13 ppm0.28 ppm2 ppm2 ppmWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromochloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
4.7 ppb6.9 ppbNoneNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Chloride
Gives water a salty taste.
43.4 ppm116 ppm250 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Chloroform
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
22.6 ppb50 ppbpart of TTHMs70 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Copper (home tap samples)
Usually comes from household copper plumbing.
0.12 ppm1.2 ppm1.3 action level (ppm)1.3 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dibromoacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
1.4 ppb2.1 ppbpart of HAA5None setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dibromochloromethane
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
2.5 ppb5.1 ppbpart of TTHMs60 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Fluoride
Natural or added by the utility. Very high levels can affect teeth and bones.
0.21 ppm0.21 ppm4 ppm4 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Haloacetic acids (HAA5)
Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
21.3 ppb38.1 ppb60 ppbNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Iron
Causes rust stains and a metallic taste.
0.099 ppm1.3 ppm0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm)None setWater softener
Manganese
Causes black staining and a bitter taste.
0.019 ppm0.22 ppm0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm)None setWater softener
Monochloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
3.6 ppb3.6 ppbpart of HAA570 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Nickel
A natural metal. No federal limit.
2.2 ppb3.9 ppbNoneNone setWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Nitrate
From fertilizer, septic systems and natural deposits. High levels are dangerous for infants.
0.32 ppm0.77 ppm10 ppm10 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Selenium
A natural mineral that is harmful at high levels.
5.6 ppb7.3 ppb50 ppb50 ppbPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Simazine
A weed killer that runs off fields and roadsides.
0.09 ppb0.09 ppb4 ppb4 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Sodium
No federal limit. EPA advises 20 ppm or less for people on low-sodium diets.
43.5 ppm110 ppmNoneNone setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Sulfate
Can give water a bitter taste.
21.6 ppm58 ppm250 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Total dissolved solids (TDS)
Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste.
257 ppm355 ppm500 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs)
Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
32.5 ppb53.8 ppb80 ppbNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Trichloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
5.2 ppb9 ppbpart of HAA520 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Zinc
Can give water a metallic taste.
0.011 ppm0.018 ppm5 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA

Also detected (no federal limit or health goal): Chlorite, Thallium, Total, Di(2-Ethylhexyl) Adipate, Di(2-Ethylhexyl) Phthalate, Carbon, Total, Xylenes, Total, Texas Lead, Cyanide - Free.

Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1010013. 1317 samples tested October 2023 through October 2026. To see the state records yourself, open the TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer ↗, choose Water Systems and search for TX1010013.

City of Houston Willow Chase serves about 13,254 people · hardness 9.9 gpg (hard) · 6 above health goals
ContaminantAverage foundHighest foundLegal limitEPA health goalRemoved by
Arsenic Above health goal
Occurs naturally in Texas groundwater. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer and to skin and circulatory problems.
2.2 ppb2.5 ppb10 ppbZeroPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromodichloromethane Above health goal
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
3.1 ppb6.1 ppbpart of TTHMsZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromoform Above health goal
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
4.5 ppb7.6 ppbpart of TTHMsZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Gross alpha radioactivity Above health goal
Natural radioactivity from uranium and radium in groundwater.
3 pCi/L3 pCi/L15 pCi/LZeroPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Lead (home tap samples) Above health goal
No safe level for children. Lead usually comes from household plumbing and fixtures, not the utility.
0.28 ppb0.83 ppb15 action level (ppb)ZeroPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Uranium Above health goal
A naturally radioactive metal in Texas groundwater.
2.8 ppb2.8 ppb30 ppbZeroPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Barium
A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure.
0.24 ppm0.28 ppm2 ppm2 ppmWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Chloride
Gives water a salty taste.
51.7 ppm56 ppm250 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Chloroform
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
2.4 ppb2.4 ppbpart of TTHMs70 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Copper (home tap samples)
Usually comes from household copper plumbing.
0.024 ppm0.081 ppm1.3 action level (ppm)1.3 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dibromoacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
1.4 ppb1.4 ppbpart of HAA5None setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dibromochloromethane
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
3.2 ppb11 ppbpart of TTHMs60 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Fluoride
Natural or added by the utility. Very high levels can affect teeth and bones.
0.13 ppm0.13 ppm4 ppm4 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Haloacetic acids (HAA5)
Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
1.4 ppb1.4 ppb60 ppbNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Iron
Causes rust stains and a metallic taste.
0.042 ppm0.042 ppm0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm)None setWater softener
Manganese
Causes black staining and a bitter taste.
0.0028 ppm0.0028 ppm0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm)None setWater softener
Nickel
A natural metal. No federal limit.
1.6 ppb1.8 ppbNoneNone setWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Nitrate
From fertilizer, septic systems and natural deposits. High levels are dangerous for infants.
0.26 ppm0.37 ppm10 ppm10 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Selenium
A natural mineral that is harmful at high levels.
4.5 ppb5.5 ppb50 ppb50 ppbPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Sodium
No federal limit. EPA advises 20 ppm or less for people on low-sodium diets.
25.3 ppm27.3 ppmNoneNone setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Sulfate
Can give water a bitter taste.
6 ppm6 ppm250 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Total dissolved solids (TDS)
Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste.
288 ppm303 ppm500 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs)
Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
4.7 ppb12.7 ppb80 ppbNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Zinc
Can give water a metallic taste.
0.01 ppm0.01 ppm5 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA

Also detected (no federal limit or health goal): Di(2-Ethylhexyl) Phthalate, Gross Alpha, Incl. Radon & U, Texas Lead.

Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1011902. 129 samples tested October 2023 through October 2026. To see the state records yourself, open the TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer ↗, choose Water Systems and search for TX1011902.

Faulkey Gully Municipal Utility District serves about 8,193 people · hardness 6.4 gpg (moderately hard) · 4 above health goals
ContaminantAverage foundHighest foundLegal limitEPA health goalRemoved by
Bromodichloromethane Above health goal
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
3.1 ppb5.4 ppbpart of TTHMsZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromoform Above health goal
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
1.1 ppb1.1 ppbpart of TTHMsZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dichloroacetic acid Above health goal
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
8.2 ppb10 ppbpart of HAA5ZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Lead (home tap samples) Above health goal
No safe level for children. Lead usually comes from household plumbing and fixtures, not the utility.
1.7 ppb8.2 ppb15 action level (ppb)ZeroPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Atrazine
A weed killer that runs off farm fields.
0.11 ppb0.11 ppb3 ppb3 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Barium
A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure.
0.064 ppm0.074 ppm2 ppm2 ppmWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromochloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
1.8 ppb2.3 ppbNoneNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Chloride
Gives water a salty taste.
36 ppm46.8 ppm250 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Chloroform
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
6.5 ppb13.2 ppbpart of TTHMs70 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Copper (home tap samples)
Usually comes from household copper plumbing.
0.082 ppm0.79 ppm1.3 action level (ppm)1.3 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dibromochloromethane
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
1.9 ppb2.5 ppbpart of TTHMs60 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Haloacetic acids (HAA5)
Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
8.4 ppb10 ppb60 ppbNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Iron
Causes rust stains and a metallic taste.
0.075 ppm0.075 ppm0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm)None setWater softener
Manganese
Causes black staining and a bitter taste.
0.008 ppm0.012 ppm0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm)None setWater softener
Nickel
A natural metal. No federal limit.
1.1 ppb1.3 ppbNoneNone setWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Nitrate
From fertilizer, septic systems and natural deposits. High levels are dangerous for infants.
0.39 ppm0.83 ppm10 ppm10 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Sodium
No federal limit. EPA advises 20 ppm or less for people on low-sodium diets.
33.1 ppm51 ppmNoneNone setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Sulfate
Can give water a bitter taste.
9.8 ppm16.9 ppm250 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Total dissolved solids (TDS)
Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste.
228 ppm300 ppm500 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs)
Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
11.8 ppb21.1 ppb80 ppbNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Trichloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
1.4 ppb1.4 ppbpart of HAA520 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA

Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1011602. 168 samples tested October 2023 through October 2026. To see the state records yourself, open the TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer ↗, choose Water Systems and search for TX1011602.

Northwest Harris County Municipal Utility District 9 serves about 7,848 people · hardness 5.7 gpg (moderately hard) · 7 above health goals
ContaminantAverage foundHighest foundLegal limitEPA health goalRemoved by
Arsenic Above health goal
Occurs naturally in Texas groundwater. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer and to skin and circulatory problems.
2.1 ppb2.1 ppb10 ppbZeroPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromodichloromethane Above health goal
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
2.5 ppb3 ppbpart of TTHMsZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromoform Above health goal
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
1 ppb1 ppbpart of TTHMsZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dichloroacetic acid Above health goal
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
7.6 ppb7.6 ppbpart of HAA5ZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Gross beta radioactivity Above health goal
Radioactivity from natural and man-made sources.
5.8 pCi/L5.8 pCi/L50 screening level (pCi/L)ZeroPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Lead (home tap samples) Above health goal
No safe level for children. Lead usually comes from household plumbing and fixtures, not the utility.
3.9 ppb51.7 ppb15 action level (ppb)ZeroPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Radium (combined 226 + 228) Above health goal
Naturally radioactive. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
1.5 pCi/L1.5 pCi/L5 pCi/LZeroWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Aluminum
Can discolor water.
0.021 ppm0.021 ppm0.2 guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Atrazine
A weed killer that runs off farm fields.
0.16 ppb0.23 ppb3 ppb3 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Barium
A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure.
0.13 ppm0.19 ppm2 ppm2 ppmWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromochloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
2 ppb2 ppbNoneNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Chloride
Gives water a salty taste.
186 ppm640 ppm250 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Chloroform
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
3.6 ppb6.2 ppbpart of TTHMs70 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Copper (home tap samples)
Usually comes from household copper plumbing.
0.08 ppm0.38 ppm1.3 action level (ppm)1.3 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Cyanide
From industrial discharge and some natural sources.
105 ppb110 ppb200 ppb200 ppbPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dibromochloromethane
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
1.9 ppb2.3 ppbpart of TTHMs60 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Haloacetic acids (HAA5)
Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
7.6 ppb7.6 ppb60 ppbNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Iron
Causes rust stains and a metallic taste.
129 ppm389 ppm0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm)None setWater softener
Manganese
Causes black staining and a bitter taste.
23.8 ppm60.8 ppm0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm)None setWater softener
Nickel
A natural metal. No federal limit.
1 ppb1 ppbNoneNone setWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Nitrate
From fertilizer, septic systems and natural deposits. High levels are dangerous for infants.
0.62 ppm1.1 ppm10 ppm10 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Simazine
A weed killer that runs off fields and roadsides.
0.09 ppb0.09 ppb4 ppb4 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Sodium
No federal limit. EPA advises 20 ppm or less for people on low-sodium diets.
86.2 ppm254 ppmNoneNone setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Sulfate
Can give water a bitter taste.
102 ppm370 ppm250 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Total dissolved solids (TDS)
Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste.
148 ppm237 ppm500 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs)
Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
9.6 ppb9.6 ppb80 ppbNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Zinc
Can give water a metallic taste.
0.011 ppm0.011 ppm5 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA

Also detected (no federal limit or health goal): Thallium, Total, Xylenes, Total.

Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1011599. 127 samples tested October 2023 through October 2026. To see the state records yourself, open the TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer ↗, choose Water Systems and search for TX1011599.

Harris County Municipal Utility District 468 serves about 7,683 people · hardness 2.9 gpg (slightly hard) · 4 above health goals
ContaminantAverage foundHighest foundLegal limitEPA health goalRemoved by
Bromodichloromethane Above health goal
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
3.6 ppb5.7 ppbpart of TTHMsZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromoform Above health goal
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
1 ppb1 ppbpart of TTHMsZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dichloroacetic acid Above health goal
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
9.5 ppb19.6 ppbpart of HAA5ZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Lead (home tap samples) Above health goal
No safe level for children. Lead usually comes from household plumbing and fixtures, not the utility.
1.2 ppb2.3 ppb15 action level (ppb)ZeroPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Atrazine
A weed killer that runs off farm fields.
0.3 ppb0.58 ppb3 ppb3 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Barium
A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure.
0.051 ppm0.051 ppm2 ppm2 ppmWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromochloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
2.5 ppb3.7 ppbNoneNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Chloride
Gives water a salty taste.
36 ppm36 ppm250 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Chloroform
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
8.2 ppb20 ppbpart of TTHMs70 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Copper (home tap samples)
Usually comes from household copper plumbing.
0.024 ppm0.32 ppm1.3 action level (ppm)1.3 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Cyanide
From industrial discharge and some natural sources.
140 ppb140 ppb200 ppb200 ppbPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dibromoacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
1.4 ppb1.8 ppbpart of HAA5None setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dibromochloromethane
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
2.6 ppb4.6 ppbpart of TTHMs60 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Haloacetic acids (HAA5)
Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
13 ppb36.3 ppb60 ppbNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Manganese
Causes black staining and a bitter taste.
0.0064 ppm0.0064 ppm0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm)None setWater softener
Monochloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
5.6 ppb14.2 ppbpart of HAA570 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Nickel
A natural metal. No federal limit.
1.1 ppb1.1 ppbNoneNone setWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Nitrate
From fertilizer, septic systems and natural deposits. High levels are dangerous for infants.
0.83 ppm1.3 ppm10 ppm10 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Nitrate + nitrite
From fertilizer, septic systems and natural deposits. High levels are dangerous for infants.
0.58 ppm0.58 ppm10 ppm10 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Sodium
No federal limit. EPA advises 20 ppm or less for people on low-sodium diets.
35.1 ppm35.1 ppmNoneNone setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Sulfate
Can give water a bitter taste.
15 ppm15 ppm250 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Total dissolved solids (TDS)
Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste.
168 ppm168 ppm500 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs)
Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
13.7 ppb23.1 ppb80 ppbNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Trichloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
1.9 ppb3.1 ppbpart of HAA520 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA

Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1013369. 82 samples tested October 2023 through October 2026. To see the state records yourself, open the TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer ↗, choose Water Systems and search for TX1013369.

Harris County Municipal Utility District 230 serves about 7,656 people · hardness 3.4 gpg (slightly hard) · 2 above health goals
ContaminantAverage foundHighest foundLegal limitEPA health goalRemoved by
Bromodichloromethane Above health goal
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
3.7 ppb4.5 ppbpart of TTHMsZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dichloroacetic acid Above health goal
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
10 ppb11.8 ppbpart of HAA5ZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Aluminum
Can discolor water.
0.094 ppm0.094 ppm0.2 guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Atrazine
A weed killer that runs off farm fields.
0.14 ppb0.2 ppb3 ppb3 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Barium
A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure.
0.064 ppm0.064 ppm2 ppm2 ppmWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromochloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
2 ppb2.8 ppbNoneNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Chloride
Gives water a salty taste.
24 ppm24 ppm250 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Chloroform
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
8.4 ppb12 ppbpart of TTHMs70 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Copper (home tap samples)
Usually comes from household copper plumbing.
0.12 ppm0.29 ppm1.3 action level (ppm)1.3 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Cyanide
From industrial discharge and some natural sources.
90 ppb90 ppb200 ppb200 ppbPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dibromochloromethane
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
1.9 ppb3.3 ppbpart of TTHMs60 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Haloacetic acids (HAA5)
Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
10.6 ppb13.5 ppb60 ppbNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Iron
Causes rust stains and a metallic taste.
0.061 ppm0.061 ppm0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm)None setWater softener
Manganese
Causes black staining and a bitter taste.
0.01 ppm0.01 ppm0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm)None setWater softener
Nickel
A natural metal. No federal limit.
1.6 ppb1.6 ppbNoneNone setWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Nitrate
From fertilizer, septic systems and natural deposits. High levels are dangerous for infants.
0.53 ppm0.75 ppm10 ppm10 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Sodium
No federal limit. EPA advises 20 ppm or less for people on low-sodium diets.
35.9 ppm35.9 ppmNoneNone setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Sulfate
Can give water a bitter taste.
8 ppm8 ppm250 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Total dissolved solids (TDS)
Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste.
139 ppm139 ppm500 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs)
Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
14 ppb17.2 ppb80 ppbNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Trichloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
1.7 ppb1.7 ppbpart of HAA520 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Zinc
Can give water a metallic taste.
0.011 ppm0.011 ppm5 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA

Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1012740. 40 samples tested October 2023 through October 2026. To see the state records yourself, open the TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer ↗, choose Water Systems and search for TX1012740.

Emerald Forest Utility District serves about 7,326 people · hardness 3.9 gpg (moderately hard) · 4 above health goals
ContaminantAverage foundHighest foundLegal limitEPA health goalRemoved by
Bromodichloromethane Above health goal
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
2.9 ppb3.9 ppbpart of TTHMsZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dichloroacetic acid Above health goal
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
4 ppb8.4 ppbpart of HAA5ZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Gross beta radioactivity Above health goal
Radioactivity from natural and man-made sources.
4.5 pCi/L4.5 pCi/L50 screening level (pCi/L)ZeroPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Radium (combined 226 + 228) Above health goal
Naturally radioactive. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
1.5 pCi/L1.5 pCi/L5 pCi/LZeroWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Atrazine
A weed killer that runs off farm fields.
0.36 ppb1 ppb3 ppb3 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Barium
A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure.
0.061 ppm0.061 ppm2 ppm2 ppmWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromochloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
2.2 ppb2.3 ppbNoneNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Chloride
Gives water a salty taste.
52.5 ppm53 ppm250 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Chloroform
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
7.9 ppb20 ppbpart of TTHMs70 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Cyanide
From industrial discharge and some natural sources.
70 ppb70 ppb200 ppb200 ppbPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dibromochloromethane
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
1.8 ppb2.7 ppbpart of TTHMs60 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Haloacetic acids (HAA5)
Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
4.8 ppb8.8 ppb60 ppbNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Manganese
Causes black staining and a bitter taste.
0.0057 ppm0.0073 ppm0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm)None setWater softener
Monochloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
2.4 ppb2.4 ppbpart of HAA570 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Nickel
A natural metal. No federal limit.
1.1 ppb1.1 ppbNoneNone setWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Nitrate
From fertilizer, septic systems and natural deposits. High levels are dangerous for infants.
0.68 ppm1.2 ppm10 ppm10 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Simazine
A weed killer that runs off fields and roadsides.
0.095 ppb0.11 ppb4 ppb4 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Sodium
No federal limit. EPA advises 20 ppm or less for people on low-sodium diets.
40.3 ppm41.6 ppmNoneNone setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Sulfate
Can give water a bitter taste.
24 ppm24 ppm250 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Total dissolved solids (TDS)
Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste.
220 ppm221 ppm500 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs)
Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
12.8 ppb16.5 ppb80 ppbNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Trichloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
1.3 ppb1.4 ppbpart of HAA520 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA

Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1010541. 59 samples tested October 2023 through October 2026. To see the state records yourself, open the TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer ↗, choose Water Systems and search for TX1010541.

Malcomson Road Utility District serves about 7,231 people · hardness 7.5 gpg (hard) · 6 above health goals
ContaminantAverage foundHighest foundLegal limitEPA health goalRemoved by
Arsenic Above health goal
Occurs naturally in Texas groundwater. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer and to skin and circulatory problems.
5.1 ppb5.1 ppb10 ppbZeroPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromodichloromethane Above health goal
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
3.5 ppb5.4 ppbpart of TTHMsZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromoform Above health goal
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
1 ppb1 ppbpart of TTHMsZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Cyanide Above health goal
From industrial discharge and some natural sources.
220 ppb220 ppb200 ppb200 ppbPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dichloroacetic acid Above health goal
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
7.5 ppb15.1 ppbpart of HAA5ZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Lead (home tap samples) Above health goal
No safe level for children. Lead usually comes from household plumbing and fixtures, not the utility.
5.9 ppb14.4 ppb15 action level (ppb)ZeroPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Barium
A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure.
0.26 ppm0.26 ppm2 ppm2 ppmWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromochloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
2 ppb3.2 ppbNoneNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Chloride
Gives water a salty taste.
56 ppm56 ppm250 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Chloroform
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
9 ppb20.9 ppbpart of TTHMs70 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Copper (home tap samples)
Usually comes from household copper plumbing.
0.097 ppm0.45 ppm1.3 action level (ppm)1.3 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Cyanide (free)
From industrial discharge and some natural sources.
130 ppb130 ppb200 ppb200 ppbPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dibromoacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
1.3 ppb1.9 ppbpart of HAA5None setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dibromochloromethane
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
2.2 ppb3.9 ppbpart of TTHMs60 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Haloacetic acids (HAA5)
Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
9.9 ppb18.6 ppb60 ppbNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Iron
Causes rust stains and a metallic taste.
0.24 ppm0.24 ppm0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm)None setWater softener
Manganese
Causes black staining and a bitter taste.
0.017 ppm0.017 ppm0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm)None setWater softener
Monochloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
6.7 ppb9.9 ppbpart of HAA570 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Nitrate
From fertilizer, septic systems and natural deposits. High levels are dangerous for infants.
0.68 ppm1.2 ppm10 ppm10 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Sodium
No federal limit. EPA advises 20 ppm or less for people on low-sodium diets.
60.8 ppm60.8 ppmNoneNone setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Total dissolved solids (TDS)
Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste.
313 ppm313 ppm500 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs)
Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
14 ppb28 ppb80 ppbNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Trichloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
2 ppb3.2 ppbpart of HAA520 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Zinc
Can give water a metallic taste.
0.0056 ppm0.0056 ppm5 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA

Also detected (no federal limit or health goal): Methyl Ethyl Ketone.

Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1010495. 71 samples tested October 2023 through October 2026. To see the state records yourself, open the TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer ↗, choose Water Systems and search for TX1010495.

Lake Forest Utility District serves about 7,106 people · hardness 3.6 gpg (moderately hard) · 4 above health goals
ContaminantAverage foundHighest foundLegal limitEPA health goalRemoved by
Bromodichloromethane Above health goal
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
3 ppb4.9 ppbpart of TTHMsZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromoform Above health goal
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
1.7 ppb1.7 ppbpart of TTHMsZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dichloroacetic acid Above health goal
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
3.1 ppb4.2 ppbpart of HAA5ZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Lead (home tap samples) Above health goal
No safe level for children. Lead usually comes from household plumbing and fixtures, not the utility.
5.8 ppb54.4 ppb15 action level (ppb)ZeroPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Aluminum
Can discolor water.
0.026 ppm0.026 ppm0.2 guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Barium
A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure.
0.062 ppm0.074 ppm2 ppm2 ppmWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromochloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
1.6 ppb1.6 ppbNoneNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Chloride
Gives water a salty taste.
43.6 ppm50.1 ppm250 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Chloroform
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
5.6 ppb7.2 ppbpart of TTHMs70 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Copper (home tap samples)
Usually comes from household copper plumbing.
0.069 ppm0.69 ppm1.3 action level (ppm)1.3 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dibromoacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
1.2 ppb1.2 ppbpart of HAA5None setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dibromochloromethane
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
2.2 ppb4.2 ppbpart of TTHMs60 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Haloacetic acids (HAA5)
Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
4.3 ppb5.2 ppb60 ppbNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Iron
Causes rust stains and a metallic taste.
0.21 ppm0.7 ppm0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm)None setWater softener
Manganese
Causes black staining and a bitter taste.
0.029 ppm0.075 ppm0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm)None setWater softener
Nickel
A natural metal. No federal limit.
1.1 ppb1.1 ppbNoneNone setWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Nitrate
From fertilizer, septic systems and natural deposits. High levels are dangerous for infants.
0.53 ppm0.68 ppm10 ppm10 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Sodium
No federal limit. EPA advises 20 ppm or less for people on low-sodium diets.
38.2 ppm44.3 ppmNoneNone setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Sulfate
Can give water a bitter taste.
15.3 ppm19.9 ppm250 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Total dissolved solids (TDS)
Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste.
177 ppm290 ppm500 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs)
Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
11.7 ppb14.3 ppb80 ppbNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Trichloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
1 ppb1 ppbpart of HAA520 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Zinc
Can give water a metallic taste.
0.011 ppm0.011 ppm5 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA

Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1010494. 166 samples tested October 2023 through October 2026. To see the state records yourself, open the TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer ↗, choose Water Systems and search for TX1010494.

Cy Champ Public Utility District serves about 6,726 people · hardness 5.4 gpg (moderately hard) · 9 above health goals
ContaminantAverage foundHighest foundLegal limitEPA health goalRemoved by
Arsenic Above health goal
Occurs naturally in Texas groundwater. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer and to skin and circulatory problems.
3.7 ppb3.7 ppb10 ppbZeroPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromodichloromethane Above health goal
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
3.1 ppb5.7 ppbpart of TTHMsZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromoform Above health goal
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
1.5 ppb2 ppbpart of TTHMsZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dichloroacetic acid Above health goal
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
9.8 ppb12.4 ppbpart of HAA5ZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Gross alpha radioactivity Above health goal
Natural radioactivity from uranium and radium in groundwater.
5 pCi/L5 pCi/L15 pCi/LZeroPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Gross beta radioactivity Above health goal
Radioactivity from natural and man-made sources.
4.5 pCi/L4.8 pCi/L50 screening level (pCi/L)ZeroPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Lead (home tap samples) Above health goal
No safe level for children. Lead usually comes from household plumbing and fixtures, not the utility.
2.1 ppb5.2 ppb15 action level (ppb)ZeroPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Radium (combined 226 + 228) Above health goal
Naturally radioactive. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
1.5 pCi/L1.5 pCi/L5 pCi/LZeroWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Uranium Above health goal
A naturally radioactive metal in Texas groundwater.
3 ppb3 ppb30 ppbZeroPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Atrazine
A weed killer that runs off farm fields.
0.16 ppb0.2 ppb3 ppb3 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Barium
A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure.
0.16 ppm0.27 ppm2 ppm2 ppmWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromochloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
2.3 ppb2.9 ppbNoneNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Chloride
Gives water a salty taste.
43.5 ppm47 ppm250 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Chloroform
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
8 ppb19.3 ppbpart of TTHMs70 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Copper (home tap samples)
Usually comes from household copper plumbing.
0.072 ppm0.33 ppm1.3 action level (ppm)1.3 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dibromoacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
1.3 ppb1.3 ppbpart of HAA5None setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dibromochloromethane
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
2.1 ppb3.8 ppbpart of TTHMs60 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Haloacetic acids (HAA5)
Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
13 ppb17.3 ppb60 ppbNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Manganese
Causes black staining and a bitter taste.
0.03 ppm0.03 ppm0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm)None setWater softener
Monochloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
2.4 ppb2.5 ppbpart of HAA570 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Nickel
A natural metal. No federal limit.
1.3 ppb1.4 ppbNoneNone setWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Nitrate
From fertilizer, septic systems and natural deposits. High levels are dangerous for infants.
0.79 ppm1.1 ppm10 ppm10 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Simazine
A weed killer that runs off fields and roadsides.
0.08 ppb0.08 ppb4 ppb4 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Sodium
No federal limit. EPA advises 20 ppm or less for people on low-sodium diets.
33.2 ppm35.2 ppmNoneNone setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Sulfate
Can give water a bitter taste.
24 ppm24 ppm250 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Total dissolved solids (TDS)
Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste.
241 ppm262 ppm500 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs)
Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
18.8 ppb25.5 ppb80 ppbNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Trichloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
1.8 ppb2.4 ppbpart of HAA520 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Zinc
Can give water a metallic taste.
0.006 ppm0.006 ppm5 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA

Also detected (no federal limit or health goal): Xylenes, Total, Gross Alpha, Incl. Radon & U.

Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1011522. 61 samples tested October 2023 through October 2026. To see the state records yourself, open the TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer ↗, choose Water Systems and search for TX1011522.

Prestonwood Forest Utility District serves about 5,940 people · hardness 3.7 gpg (moderately hard) · 4 above health goals
ContaminantAverage foundHighest foundLegal limitEPA health goalRemoved by
Arsenic Above health goal
Occurs naturally in Texas groundwater. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer and to skin and circulatory problems.
7.3 ppb8.6 ppb10 ppbZeroPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromodichloromethane Above health goal
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
3.8 ppb6.9 ppbpart of TTHMsZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromoform Above health goal
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
2.6 ppb9.8 ppbpart of TTHMsZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dichloroacetic acid Above health goal
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
7.9 ppb16.9 ppbpart of HAA5ZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Atrazine
A weed killer that runs off farm fields.
0.22 ppb0.22 ppb3 ppb3 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Barium
A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure.
0.099 ppm0.23 ppm2 ppm2 ppmWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromochloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
2.1 ppb3.4 ppbNoneNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Chloride
Gives water a salty taste.
40.8 ppm50 ppm250 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Chloroform
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
7.7 ppb21.4 ppbpart of TTHMs70 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Copper (home tap samples)
Usually comes from household copper plumbing.
0.0051 ppm0.0065 ppm1.3 action level (ppm)1.3 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Cyanide
From industrial discharge and some natural sources.
83.3 ppb120 ppb200 ppb200 ppbPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dibromoacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
1.6 ppb2.7 ppbpart of HAA5None setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dibromochloromethane
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
2.7 ppb8.1 ppbpart of TTHMs60 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Haloacetic acids (HAA5)
Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
9.4 ppb20.3 ppb60 ppbNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Iron
Causes rust stains and a metallic taste.
0.1 ppm0.37 ppm0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm)None setWater softener
Manganese
Causes black staining and a bitter taste.
0.0088 ppm0.015 ppm0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm)None setWater softener
Nickel
A natural metal. No federal limit.
1.3 ppb1.7 ppbNoneNone setWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Nitrate
From fertilizer, septic systems and natural deposits. High levels are dangerous for infants.
0.7 ppm1.3 ppm10 ppm10 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Simazine
A weed killer that runs off fields and roadsides.
0.09 ppb0.09 ppb4 ppb4 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Sodium
No federal limit. EPA advises 20 ppm or less for people on low-sodium diets.
48.1 ppm80.2 ppmNoneNone setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Sulfate
Can give water a bitter taste.
16.7 ppm24 ppm250 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Total dissolved solids (TDS)
Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste.
205 ppm296 ppm500 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs)
Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
14.3 ppb29 ppb80 ppbNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Trichloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
1.8 ppb3.4 ppbpart of HAA520 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA

Also detected (no federal limit or health goal): Di(2-Ethylhexyl) Phthalate.

Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1010467. 89 samples tested October 2023 through October 2026. To see the state records yourself, open the TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer ↗, choose Water Systems and search for TX1010467.

Charterwood Municipal Utility District serves about 5,832 people · hardness 6.1 gpg (moderately hard) · 4 above health goals
ContaminantAverage foundHighest foundLegal limitEPA health goalRemoved by
Arsenic Above health goal
Occurs naturally in Texas groundwater. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer and to skin and circulatory problems.
2 ppb2 ppb10 ppbZeroPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromodichloromethane Above health goal
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
3.7 ppb5.6 ppbpart of TTHMsZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dichloroacetic acid Above health goal
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
13 ppb14.7 ppbpart of HAA5ZeroAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Lead (home tap samples) Above health goal
No safe level for children. Lead usually comes from household plumbing and fixtures, not the utility.
2.4 ppb12 ppb15 action level (ppb)ZeroPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Aluminum
Can discolor water.
0.026 ppm0.026 ppm0.2 guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Atrazine
A weed killer that runs off farm fields.
0.23 ppb0.23 ppb3 ppb3 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Barium
A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure.
0.12 ppm0.18 ppm2 ppm2 ppmWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Bromochloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
2.9 ppb4.5 ppbNoneNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Chloride
Gives water a salty taste.
33 ppm34 ppm250 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Chloroform
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
10.5 ppb17 ppbpart of TTHMs70 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Copper (home tap samples)
Usually comes from household copper plumbing.
0.038 ppm0.12 ppm1.3 action level (ppm)1.3 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Cyanide
From industrial discharge and some natural sources.
110 ppb110 ppb200 ppb200 ppbPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dibromoacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
1.2 ppb1.2 ppbpart of HAA5None setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dibromochloromethane
A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct.
2.1 ppb3.3 ppbpart of TTHMs60 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Haloacetic acids (HAA5)
Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
14.3 ppb16.5 ppb60 ppbNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Iron
Causes rust stains and a metallic taste.
0.062 ppm0.062 ppm0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm)None setWater softener
Manganese
Causes black staining and a bitter taste.
0.0034 ppm0.0034 ppm0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm)None setWater softener
Nickel
A natural metal. No federal limit.
1.3 ppb1.3 ppbNoneNone setWater softener
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Nitrate
From fertilizer, septic systems and natural deposits. High levels are dangerous for infants.
0.33 ppm0.51 ppm10 ppm10 ppmPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Sodium
No federal limit. EPA advises 20 ppm or less for people on low-sodium diets.
30.4 ppm35.3 ppmNoneNone setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Sulfate
Can give water a bitter taste.
8 ppm10 ppm250 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Total dissolved solids (TDS)
Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste.
224 ppm276 ppm500 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs)
Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer.
16.2 ppb20 ppb80 ppbNone setAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Trichloroacetic acid
A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct.
1.4 ppb1.6 ppbpart of HAA520 ppbAquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE
PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Zinc
Can give water a metallic taste.
0.029 ppm0.045 ppm5 taste guideline (ppm)None setPureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA

Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1010632. 56 samples tested October 2023 through October 2026. To see the state records yourself, open the TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer ↗, choose Water Systems and search for TX1010632.

How We Treat Houston Water

This is what each of our systems does about the contaminants found in 77070.

Found in 77070Water softenerAquaCarb PRO / ELITEPureGuard RO / PureGuard ULTRA
Hardness (2.9–9.9 grains per gallon)✓–✓
Arsenic––✓
Bromodichloromethane–✓✓
Bromoform–✓✓
Cyanide––✓
Dichloroacetic acid–✓✓
Gross alpha radioactivity––✓
Gross beta radioactivity––✓
Lead (home tap samples)––✓
Radium (combined 226 + 228)✓–✓
Uranium––✓
Haloacetic acids (HAA5)–✓✓
Iron✓––
Manganese✓––
Sodium––✓
Total dissolved solids (TDS)––✓
Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs)–✓✓

That is why our SENTINEL packages pair a whole-home system with a PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA drinking water system. The softener and AquaCarb handle the water that goes on you. Reverse osmosis handles the water that goes in you. Salt delivery and filter changes are covered by the UnitedCare Membership.

About This Report

Test results come from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Drinking Water Viewer, covering samples collected October 2023 through October 2026. Legal limits and health goals are from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's National Primary and Secondary Drinking Water Regulations. "Average found" is the average of samples where the contaminant was detected.

Utility reports show the water the utility delivers. What comes out of your tap also depends on your home's plumbing. Lead and copper results come from samples taken at customers' taps. The best way to know what is in your water is to test it at your sink. We do that for free.

Every utility listed here is required to meet federal standards, and finding a contaminant above a health goal does not mean a utility is out of compliance.

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