ZIP 77089 Tap Water Quality Report
What the State of Texas found in the water utilities serving 77089 in Houston, TX, and how to treat it.
6contaminants found above EPA health goals in at least one utility
3.6–8grains per gallon hardness (range across utilities in this ZIP): moderately hard to hard
5water 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 77089.
Lead (home tap samples)Found in 5 of 5 utilitiesHealth goal: zeroHighest utility average: 15 ppbRemoved by: PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dichloroacetic acidFound in 5 of 5 utilitiesHealth goal: zeroHighest utility average: 19 ppbRemoved by: AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE, PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
BromoformFound in 5 of 5 utilitiesHealth goal: zeroHighest utility average: 27.7 ppbRemoved by: AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE, PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
BromodichloromethaneFound in 5 of 5 utilitiesHealth goal: zeroHighest utility average: 10.4 ppbRemoved by: AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE, PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
ArsenicFound in 2 of 5 utilitiesHealth goal: zero · Legal limit: 10 ppbHighest utility average: 3.6 ppbRemoved by: PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Gross alpha radioactivityFound in 1 of 5 utilitiesHealth goal: zero · Legal limit: 15 pCi/LHighest utility average: 7.8 pCi/LRemoved 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
| Contaminant | Average found | Highest found | Legal limit | EPA health goal | Removed 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 ppb | 4.1 ppb | 10 ppb | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromodichloromethane Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 8.6 ppb | 17 ppb | part of TTHMs | Zero | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromoform Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 1.5 ppb | 2 ppb | part of TTHMs | Zero | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dichloroacetic acid Above health goal A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 16.3 ppb | 29.9 ppb | part of HAA5 | Zero | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Gross alpha radioactivity Above health goal Natural radioactivity from uranium and radium in groundwater. | 7.8 pCi/L | 7.8 pCi/L | 15 pCi/L | Zero | 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. | 3.5 ppb | 13.9 ppb | 15 action level (ppb) | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Aluminum Can discolor water. | 0.063 ppm | 0.1 ppm | 0.2 guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Atrazine A weed killer that runs off farm fields. | 0.14 ppb | 0.19 ppb | 3 ppb | 3 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Barium A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure. | 0.13 ppm | 0.28 ppm | 2 ppm | 2 ppm | Water softener PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromochloroacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 4.7 ppb | 6.9 ppb | None | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Chloride Gives water a salty taste. | 43.4 ppm | 116 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Chloroform A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 22.6 ppb | 50 ppb | part of TTHMs | 70 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Copper (home tap samples) Usually comes from household copper plumbing. | 0.12 ppm | 1.2 ppm | 1.3 action level (ppm) | 1.3 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dibromoacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 1.4 ppb | 2.1 ppb | part of HAA5 | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dibromochloromethane A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 2.5 ppb | 5.1 ppb | part of TTHMs | 60 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Fluoride Natural or added by the utility. Very high levels can affect teeth and bones. | 0.21 ppm | 0.21 ppm | 4 ppm | 4 ppm | PureGuard 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 ppb | 38.1 ppb | 60 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Iron Causes rust stains and a metallic taste. | 0.099 ppm | 1.3 ppm | 0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Manganese Causes black staining and a bitter taste. | 0.019 ppm | 0.22 ppm | 0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Monochloroacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 3.6 ppb | 3.6 ppb | part of HAA5 | 70 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Nickel A natural metal. No federal limit. | 2.2 ppb | 3.9 ppb | None | None set | Water softener PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Nitrate From fertilizer, septic systems and natural deposits. High levels are dangerous for infants. | 0.32 ppm | 0.77 ppm | 10 ppm | 10 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Selenium A natural mineral that is harmful at high levels. | 5.6 ppb | 7.3 ppb | 50 ppb | 50 ppb | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Simazine A weed killer that runs off fields and roadsides. | 0.09 ppb | 0.09 ppb | 4 ppb | 4 ppb | AquaCarb 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 ppm | 110 ppm | None | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Sulfate Can give water a bitter taste. | 21.6 ppm | 58 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Total dissolved solids (TDS) Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste. | 257 ppm | 355 ppm | 500 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard 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 ppb | 53.8 ppb | 80 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Trichloroacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 5.2 ppb | 9 ppb | part of HAA5 | 20 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Zinc Can give water a metallic taste. | 0.011 ppm | 0.018 ppm | 5 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard 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 Pearland serves about 125,828 people · hardness 6.9 gpg (moderately hard) · 5 above health goals
| Contaminant | Average found | Highest found | Legal limit | EPA health goal | Removed by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arsenic Above health goal Occurs naturally in Texas groundwater. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer and to skin and circulatory problems. | 3.5 ppb | 3.9 ppb | 10 ppb | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromodichloromethane Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 7.3 ppb | 14 ppb | part of TTHMs | Zero | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromoform Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 2.1 ppb | 5 ppb | part of TTHMs | Zero | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dichloroacetic acid Above health goal A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 14.1 ppb | 30.9 ppb | part of HAA5 | Zero | AquaCarb 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. | 2.1 ppb | 7 ppb | 15 action level (ppb) | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Aluminum Can discolor water. | 0.036 ppm | 0.044 ppm | 0.2 guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Atrazine A weed killer that runs off farm fields. | 0.19 ppb | 0.31 ppb | 3 ppb | 3 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Barium A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure. | 0.17 ppm | 0.23 ppm | 2 ppm | 2 ppm | Water softener PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromochloroacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 4.1 ppb | 6.2 ppb | None | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Chloride Gives water a salty taste. | 73.9 ppm | 276 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Chloroform A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 15.9 ppb | 41.1 ppb | part of TTHMs | 70 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Copper (home tap samples) Usually comes from household copper plumbing. | 0.2 ppm | 1.1 ppm | 1.3 action level (ppm) | 1.3 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Cyanide From industrial discharge and some natural sources. | 70 ppb | 70 ppb | 200 ppb | 200 ppb | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dibromoacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 1.6 ppb | 2.9 ppb | part of HAA5 | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dibromochloromethane A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 4 ppb | 12.2 ppb | part of TTHMs | 60 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Fluoride Natural or added by the utility. Very high levels can affect teeth and bones. | 0.55 ppm | 0.76 ppm | 4 ppm | 4 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Haloacetic acids (HAA5) Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer. | 19.4 ppb | 64.9 ppb | 60 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Iron Causes rust stains and a metallic taste. | 0.096 ppm | 0.82 ppm | 0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Manganese Causes black staining and a bitter taste. | 0.029 ppm | 0.17 ppm | 0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Monochloroacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 5.5 ppb | 5.8 ppb | part of HAA5 | 70 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Nickel A natural metal. No federal limit. | 1.6 ppb | 2.1 ppb | None | None set | Water softener PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Nitrate From fertilizer, septic systems and natural deposits. High levels are dangerous for infants. | 0.51 ppm | 1.1 ppm | 10 ppm | 10 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Nitrate + nitrite From fertilizer, septic systems and natural deposits. High levels are dangerous for infants. | 0.34 ppm | 0.62 ppm | 10 ppm | 10 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Simazine A weed killer that runs off fields and roadsides. | 0.075 ppb | 0.08 ppb | 4 ppb | 4 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Sodium No federal limit. EPA advises 20 ppm or less for people on low-sodium diets. | 76.4 ppm | 241 ppm | None | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Sulfate Can give water a bitter taste. | 33.9 ppm | 88.1 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Total dissolved solids (TDS) Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste. | 377 ppm | 1,420 ppm | 500 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs) Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer. | 27 ppb | 52.2 ppb | 80 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Trichloroacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 5 ppb | 11.5 ppb | part of HAA5 | 20 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Zinc Can give water a metallic taste. | 0.0071 ppm | 0.0071 ppm | 5 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
Also detected (no federal limit or health goal): Chlorite, Metolachlor, Monobromoacetic Acid, Carbon, Total, Carbon Tetrachloride.
Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX0200008. 718 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 TX0200008.
Clear Brook City MUD serves about 18,108 people · hardness 8 gpg (hard) · 4 above health goals
| Contaminant | Average found | Highest found | Legal limit | EPA health goal | Removed by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bromodichloromethane Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 10.4 ppb | 18 ppb | part of TTHMs | Zero | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromoform Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 1.7 ppb | 2.4 ppb | part of TTHMs | Zero | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dichloroacetic acid Above health goal A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 19 ppb | 36.8 ppb | part of HAA5 | Zero | AquaCarb 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. | 15 ppb | 1,109 ppb | 15 action level (ppb) | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Atrazine A weed killer that runs off farm fields. | 0.19 ppb | 0.3 ppb | 3 ppb | 3 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Barium A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure. | 0.049 ppm | 0.049 ppm | 2 ppm | 2 ppm | Water softener PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromochloroacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 5.1 ppb | 9.9 ppb | None | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Chloride Gives water a salty taste. | 45.3 ppm | 55 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Chloroform A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 27.1 ppb | 47.6 ppb | part of TTHMs | 70 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Copper (home tap samples) Usually comes from household copper plumbing. | 0.38 ppm | 2.2 ppm | 1.3 action level (ppm) | 1.3 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Cyanide From industrial discharge and some natural sources. | 145 ppb | 160 ppb | 200 ppb | 200 ppb | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dibromoacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 1.8 ppb | 3.8 ppb | part of HAA5 | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dibromochloromethane A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 3.1 ppb | 8.1 ppb | part of TTHMs | 60 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Fluoride Natural or added by the utility. Very high levels can affect teeth and bones. | 0.26 ppm | 0.26 ppm | 4 ppm | 4 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Haloacetic acids (HAA5) Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer. | 26.9 ppb | 49.6 ppb | 60 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Iron Causes rust stains and a metallic taste. | 0.039 ppm | 0.039 ppm | 0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Manganese Causes black staining and a bitter taste. | 0.0016 ppm | 0.0018 ppm | 0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Monochloroacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 3.6 ppb | 5 ppb | part of HAA5 | 70 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Nickel A natural metal. No federal limit. | 3 ppb | 3.3 ppb | None | None set | Water softener PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Nitrate From fertilizer, septic systems and natural deposits. High levels are dangerous for infants. | 0.73 ppm | 0.98 ppm | 10 ppm | 10 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Nitrate + nitrite From fertilizer, septic systems and natural deposits. High levels are dangerous for infants. | 0.92 ppm | 0.98 ppm | 10 ppm | 10 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Simazine A weed killer that runs off fields and roadsides. | 0.13 ppb | 0.14 ppb | 4 ppb | 4 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Sodium No federal limit. EPA advises 20 ppm or less for people on low-sodium diets. | 28.8 ppm | 33.5 ppm | None | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Sulfate Can give water a bitter taste. | 51.7 ppm | 54 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Total dissolved solids (TDS) Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste. | 263 ppm | 276 ppm | 500 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs) Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer. | 40.5 ppb | 63.2 ppb | 80 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Trichloroacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 7 ppb | 14.1 ppb | part of HAA5 | 20 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Zinc Can give water a metallic taste. | 0.0058 ppm | 0.0058 ppm | 5 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
Also detected (no federal limit or health goal): Hexadecanoic Acid.
Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1010418. 187 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 TX1010418.
Sagemeadow Utility District serves about 6,987 people · hardness 4.8 gpg (moderately hard) · 4 above health goals
| Contaminant | Average found | Highest found | Legal limit | EPA health goal | Removed by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bromodichloromethane Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 6.7 ppb | 12.6 ppb | part of TTHMs | Zero | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromoform Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 1.5 ppb | 2.5 ppb | part of TTHMs | Zero | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dichloroacetic acid Above health goal A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 16.5 ppb | 40.4 ppb | part of HAA5 | Zero | AquaCarb 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. | 3.6 ppb | 5.8 ppb | 15 action level (ppb) | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Atrazine A weed killer that runs off farm fields. | 0.1 ppb | 0.11 ppb | 3 ppb | 3 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Barium A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure. | 0.079 ppm | 0.079 ppm | 2 ppm | 2 ppm | Water softener PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromochloroacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 4.1 ppb | 7.8 ppb | None | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Chloride Gives water a salty taste. | 41 ppm | 41 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Chloroform A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 18.2 ppb | 41 ppb | part of TTHMs | 70 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Copper (home tap samples) Usually comes from household copper plumbing. | 0.1 ppm | 0.41 ppm | 1.3 action level (ppm) | 1.3 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dibromoacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 1.3 ppb | 1.8 ppb | part of HAA5 | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dibromochloromethane A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 2 ppb | 3.2 ppb | part of TTHMs | 60 ppb | AquaCarb 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. | 23.9 ppb | 63 ppb | 60 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Iron Causes rust stains and a metallic taste. | 0.04 ppm | 0.04 ppm | 0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Manganese Causes black staining and a bitter taste. | 0.0032 ppm | 0.0032 ppm | 0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Monochloroacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 3.4 ppb | 5 ppb | part of HAA5 | 70 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Nickel A natural metal. No federal limit. | 1.5 ppb | 1.5 ppb | None | None set | Water softener PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Nitrate From fertilizer, septic systems and natural deposits. High levels are dangerous for infants. | 0.37 ppm | 0.69 ppm | 10 ppm | 10 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Simazine A weed killer that runs off fields and roadsides. | 0.13 ppb | 0.13 ppb | 4 ppb | 4 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Sodium No federal limit. EPA advises 20 ppm or less for people on low-sodium diets. | 138 ppm | 138 ppm | None | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Sulfate Can give water a bitter taste. | 43 ppm | 43 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Total dissolved solids (TDS) Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste. | 249 ppm | 249 ppm | 500 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs) Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer. | 28.3 ppb | 52 ppb | 80 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Trichloroacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 6.2 ppb | 17.6 ppb | part of HAA5 | 20 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
Also detected (no federal limit or health goal): 1,2,3-Trichloropropane.
Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1010386. 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 TX1010386.
Kirkmont Municipal Utility District serves about 2,289 people · hardness 3.6 gpg (moderately hard) · 4 above health goals
| Contaminant | Average found | Highest found | Legal limit | EPA health goal | Removed by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bromodichloromethane Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 7.5 ppb | 10.8 ppb | part of TTHMs | Zero | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromoform Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 27.7 ppb | 35.2 ppb | part of TTHMs | Zero | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dichloroacetic acid Above health goal A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 11.1 ppb | 39.6 ppb | part of HAA5 | Zero | AquaCarb 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. | 3.4 ppb | 6.1 ppb | 15 action level (ppb) | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Barium A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure. | 0.076 ppm | 0.076 ppm | 2 ppm | 2 ppm | Water softener PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromochloroacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 3.4 ppb | 7.7 ppb | None | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Chloride Gives water a salty taste. | 115 ppm | 115 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Chloroform A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 19.1 ppb | 42.6 ppb | part of TTHMs | 70 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Copper (home tap samples) Usually comes from household copper plumbing. | 0.043 ppm | 0.14 ppm | 1.3 action level (ppm) | 1.3 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dibromoacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 1.5 ppb | 3.1 ppb | part of HAA5 | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dibromochloromethane A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 4.8 ppb | 21 ppb | part of TTHMs | 60 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Fluoride Natural or added by the utility. Very high levels can affect teeth and bones. | 3 ppm | 3 ppm | 4 ppm | 4 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Haloacetic acids (HAA5) Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer. | 16.3 ppb | 55.3 ppb | 60 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Iron Causes rust stains and a metallic taste. | 0.079 ppm | 0.079 ppm | 0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Manganese Causes black staining and a bitter taste. | 0.0026 ppm | 0.0026 ppm | 0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Monochloroacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 2.2 ppb | 2.2 ppb | part of HAA5 | 70 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Nitrate From fertilizer, septic systems and natural deposits. High levels are dangerous for infants. | 0.47 ppm | 0.74 ppm | 10 ppm | 10 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Sodium No federal limit. EPA advises 20 ppm or less for people on low-sodium diets. | 174 ppm | 174 ppm | None | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Total dissolved solids (TDS) Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste. | 659 ppm | 659 ppm | 500 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs) Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer. | 31.8 ppb | 63.7 ppb | 80 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Trichloroacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 5 ppb | 12.2 ppb | part of HAA5 | 20 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Zinc Can give water a metallic taste. | 0.026 ppm | 0.026 ppm | 5 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
Also detected (no federal limit or health goal): Dibromomethane.
Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1010439. 49 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 TX1010439.
How We Treat Houston Water
This is what each of our systems does about the contaminants found in 77089.
| Found in 77089 | Water softener | AquaCarb PRO / ELITE | PureGuard RO / PureGuard ULTRA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardness (3.6–8 grains per gallon) | ✓ | – | ✓ |
| Arsenic | – | – | ✓ |
| Bromodichloromethane | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bromoform | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| Dichloroacetic acid | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gross alpha radioactivity | – | – | ✓ |
| Lead (home tap samples) | – | – | ✓ |
| 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.