ZIP 77493 Tap Water Quality Report
What the State of Texas found in the water utilities serving 77493 in Katy, TX, and how to treat it.
9contaminants found above EPA health goals in at least one utility
2.7–12.1grains per gallon hardness (range across utilities in this ZIP): slightly hard to very 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 77493.
Lead (home tap samples)Found in 12 of 12 utilitiesHealth goal: zeroHighest utility average: 7.5 ppbRemoved by: PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
BromoformFound in 10 of 12 utilitiesHealth goal: zeroHighest utility average: 9 ppbRemoved by: AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE, PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
ArsenicFound in 9 of 12 utilitiesHealth goal: zero · Legal limit: 10 ppbHighest utility average: 6.1 ppbRemoved by: PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
BromodichloromethaneFound in 8 of 12 utilitiesHealth goal: zeroHighest utility average: 7.8 ppbRemoved by: AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE, PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Gross alpha radioactivityFound in 3 of 12 utilitiesHealth goal: zero · Legal limit: 15 pCi/LHighest utility average: 6.8 pCi/LRemoved by: PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Gross beta radioactivityFound in 3 of 12 utilitiesHealth goal: zeroHighest utility average: 6.8 pCi/LRemoved by: PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Dichloroacetic acidFound in 2 of 12 utilitiesHealth goal: zeroHighest utility average: 4.8 ppbRemoved by: AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE, PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
UraniumFound in 2 of 12 utilitiesHealth goal: zero · Legal limit: 30 ppbHighest utility average: 11.3 ppbRemoved by: PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA
Radium (combined 226 + 228)Found in 1 of 12 utilitiesHealth goal: zero · Legal limit: 5 pCi/LHighest utility average: 2.4 pCi/LRemoved by: Water softener, 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 Katy serves about 21,894 people · hardness 7.3 gpg (hard) · 11 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. | 3.2 ppb | 4.3 ppb | 10 ppb | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromodichloromethane Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 5.2 ppb | 8.5 ppb | part of TTHMs | Zero | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromoform Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 1.4 ppb | 1.9 ppb | part of TTHMs | Zero | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dichloroacetic acid Above health goal A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 4.8 ppb | 7.9 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. | 6.8 pCi/L | 9.4 pCi/L | 15 pCi/L | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Gross beta radioactivity Above health goal Radioactivity from natural and man-made sources. | 6.8 pCi/L | 8.1 pCi/L | 50 screening level (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. | 6.2 ppb | 19 ppb | 15 action level (ppb) | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Radium (combined 226 + 228) Above health goal Naturally radioactive. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer. | 2.4 pCi/L | 4.1 pCi/L | 5 pCi/L | Zero | Water softener PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Radium-226 (part of combined radium) Above health goal Naturally radioactive. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer. | 1.9 pCi/L | 2 pCi/L | 5 combined (pCi/L) | Zero | Water softener PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Radium-228 (part of combined radium) Above health goal Naturally radioactive. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer. | 2.2 pCi/L | 2.2 pCi/L | 5 combined (pCi/L) | Zero | Water softener PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Uranium Above health goal A naturally radioactive metal in Texas groundwater. | 11.3 ppb | 16.1 ppb | 30 ppb | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Barium A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure. | 0.15 ppm | 0.17 ppm | 2 ppm | 2 ppm | Water softener PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromochloroacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 1.6 ppb | 1.6 ppb | None | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Chloride Gives water a salty taste. | 47.6 ppm | 55 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Chloroform A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 29.6 ppb | 45.8 ppb | part of TTHMs | 70 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Copper (home tap samples) Usually comes from household copper plumbing. | 0.083 ppm | 0.44 ppm | 1.3 action level (ppm) | 1.3 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dibromochloromethane A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 2.2 ppb | 3.9 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. | 0.35 ppm | 0.35 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. | 4.8 ppb | 7.9 ppb | 60 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Iron Causes rust stains and a metallic taste. | 0.088 ppm | 0.15 ppm | 0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Manganese Causes black staining and a bitter taste. | 0.013 ppm | 0.023 ppm | 0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Nickel A natural metal. No federal limit. | 1.4 ppb | 1.4 ppb | None | None set | Water softener PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Selenium A natural mineral that is harmful at high levels. | 9.5 ppb | 9.5 ppb | 50 ppb | 50 ppb | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Sodium No federal limit. EPA advises 20 ppm or less for people on low-sodium diets. | 56.8 ppm | 74.7 ppm | None | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Sulfate Can give water a bitter taste. | 16.2 ppm | 19 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Total dissolved solids (TDS) Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste. | 297 ppm | 323 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. | 27.9 ppb | 59.4 ppb | 80 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Zinc Can give water a metallic taste. | 0.0062 ppm | 0.0062 ppm | 5 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
Also detected (no federal limit or health goal): Methyl Ethyl Ketone, Methyl Isobutyl Ketone, Gross Alpha, Incl. Radon & U, Benzophenone.
Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1010017. 150 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 TX1010017.
Harris County Municipal Utility District 449 serves about 7,179 people · hardness 4.6 gpg (moderately hard) · 3 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. | 5.8 ppb | 6.6 ppb | 10 ppb | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromodichloromethane Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 1.1 ppb | 1.1 ppb | part of TTHMs | 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. | 2.3 ppb | 2.6 ppb | 15 action level (ppb) | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Barium A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure. | 0.15 ppm | 0.16 ppm | 2 ppm | 2 ppm | Water softener PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Chloride Gives water a salty taste. | 80.5 ppm | 85 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Copper (home tap samples) Usually comes from household copper plumbing. | 0.014 ppm | 0.049 ppm | 1.3 action level (ppm) | 1.3 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dibromochloromethane A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 1.2 ppb | 1.4 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. | 0.51 ppm | 0.62 ppm | 4 ppm | 4 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Iron Causes rust stains and a metallic taste. | 0.17 ppm | 0.24 ppm | 0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Manganese Causes black staining and a bitter taste. | 0.0083 ppm | 0.013 ppm | 0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Sodium No federal limit. EPA advises 20 ppm or less for people on low-sodium diets. | 125 ppm | 132 ppm | None | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Sulfate Can give water a bitter taste. | 18 ppm | 23 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Total dissolved solids (TDS) Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste. | 435 ppm | 441 ppm | 500 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1013372. 66 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 TX1013372.
Harris County Municipal Utility District 64 serves about 5,883 people · hardness 8.7 gpg (hard) · 3 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 | 3.5 ppb | 10 ppb | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromoform Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 1.6 ppb | 1.6 ppb | part of TTHMs | 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. | 7.5 ppb | 19 ppb | 15 action level (ppb) | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Barium A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure. | 0.16 ppm | 0.16 ppm | 2 ppm | 2 ppm | Water softener PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Chloride Gives water a salty taste. | 42 ppm | 42 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Copper (home tap samples) Usually comes from household copper plumbing. | 0.068 ppm | 0.41 ppm | 1.3 action level (ppm) | 1.3 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dibromochloromethane A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 1.1 ppb | 1.2 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. | 0.2 ppm | 0.2 ppm | 4 ppm | 4 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Iron Causes rust stains and a metallic taste. | 0.18 ppm | 0.18 ppm | 0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Manganese Causes black staining and a bitter taste. | 0.016 ppm | 0.016 ppm | 0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Sodium No federal limit. EPA advises 20 ppm or less for people on low-sodium diets. | 49.9 ppm | 49.9 ppm | None | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Sulfate Can give water a bitter taste. | 16 ppm | 16 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Total dissolved solids (TDS) Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste. | 285 ppm | 285 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. | 2.8 ppb | 2.8 ppb | 80 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1011513. 35 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 TX1011513.
Harris County Municipal Utility District 65 serves about 5,757 people · hardness 2.8 gpg (slightly hard) · 4 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 ppb | 3 ppb | 10 ppb | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromodichloromethane Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 1.6 ppb | 1.9 ppb | part of TTHMs | Zero | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromoform Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 1.5 ppb | 2.4 ppb | part of TTHMs | 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. | 0.79 ppb | 1.6 ppb | 15 action level (ppb) | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Barium A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure. | 0.14 ppm | 0.14 ppm | 2 ppm | 2 ppm | Water softener PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Chloride Gives water a salty taste. | 62 ppm | 62 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Copper (home tap samples) Usually comes from household copper plumbing. | 0.096 ppm | 0.4 ppm | 1.3 action level (ppm) | 1.3 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dibromochloromethane A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 2.2 ppb | 2.9 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. | 0.53 ppm | 0.53 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. | 8.8 ppb | 8.8 ppb | 60 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Iron Causes rust stains and a metallic taste. | 0.074 ppm | 0.074 ppm | 0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Manganese Causes black staining and a bitter taste. | 0.0031 ppm | 0.0031 ppm | 0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Monochloroacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 8.8 ppb | 8.8 ppb | part of HAA5 | 70 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. | 134 ppm | 134 ppm | None | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Sulfate Can give water a bitter taste. | 8 ppm | 8 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Total dissolved solids (TDS) Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste. | 427 ppm | 427 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. | 2.9 ppb | 5 ppb | 80 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1011678. 35 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 TX1011678.
Harris County MUD 457 serves about 5,610 people · hardness 8.1 gpg (hard) · 2 above health goals
| Contaminant | Average found | Highest found | Legal limit | EPA health goal | Removed by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bromodichloromethane Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 1.2 ppb | 1.2 ppb | part of TTHMs | 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. | 1.5 ppb | 2 ppb | 15 action level (ppb) | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Chloride Gives water a salty taste. | 76.8 ppm | 116 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Copper (home tap samples) Usually comes from household copper plumbing. | 0.014 ppm | 0.16 ppm | 1.3 action level (ppm) | 1.3 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dibromochloromethane A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 1.5 ppb | 1.5 ppb | part of TTHMs | 60 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Iron Causes rust stains and a metallic taste. | 0.061 ppm | 0.12 ppm | 0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Manganese Causes black staining and a bitter taste. | 0.035 ppm | 0.063 ppm | 0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Nitrate From fertilizer, septic systems and natural deposits. High levels are dangerous for infants. | 0.08 ppm | 0.08 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. | 74.5 ppm | 126 ppm | None | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Sulfate Can give water a bitter taste. | 26.9 ppm | 52.4 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Total dissolved solids (TDS) Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste. | 358 ppm | 468 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. | 2.7 ppb | 2.7 ppb | 80 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1013576. 103 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 TX1013576.
Harris County Municipal Utility District 495 serves about 5,007 people · hardness 7 gpg (moderately 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. | 5.9 ppb | 6.6 ppb | 10 ppb | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromodichloromethane Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 1.1 ppb | 1.1 ppb | part of TTHMs | Zero | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromoform Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 1.1 ppb | 1.1 ppb | part of TTHMs | Zero | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Gross alpha radioactivity Above health goal Natural radioactivity from uranium and radium in groundwater. | 4 pCi/L | 4.5 pCi/L | 15 pCi/L | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Gross beta radioactivity Above health goal Radioactivity from natural and man-made sources. | 4.9 pCi/L | 4.9 pCi/L | 50 screening level (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. | 1.4 ppb | 2.3 ppb | 15 action level (ppb) | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Barium A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure. | 0.16 ppm | 0.21 ppm | 2 ppm | 2 ppm | Water softener PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Chloride Gives water a salty taste. | 84.2 ppm | 118 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Copper (home tap samples) Usually comes from household copper plumbing. | 0.0049 ppm | 0.024 ppm | 1.3 action level (ppm) | 1.3 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dibromochloromethane A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 1.4 ppb | 1.7 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. | 0.28 ppm | 0.28 ppm | 4 ppm | 4 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Iron Causes rust stains and a metallic taste. | 0.41 ppm | 1.5 ppm | 0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Manganese Causes black staining and a bitter taste. | 0.011 ppm | 0.031 ppm | 0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Sodium No federal limit. EPA advises 20 ppm or less for people on low-sodium diets. | 106 ppm | 189 ppm | None | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Sulfate Can give water a bitter taste. | 21.2 ppm | 34.7 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Total dissolved solids (TDS) Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste. | 420 ppm | 956 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. | 3 ppb | 3.5 ppb | 80 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Zinc Can give water a metallic taste. | 0.031 ppm | 0.05 ppm | 5 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
Also detected (no federal limit or health goal): Thallium, Total, Gross Alpha, Incl. Radon & U.
Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1013532. 173 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 TX1013532.
West Harris County Municipal Utility District 2 Chase serves about 4,989 people · hardness 3.5 gpg (moderately hard) · 3 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. | 6.1 ppb | 6.1 ppb | 10 ppb | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromoform Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 1.2 ppb | 1.2 ppb | part of TTHMs | 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. | 1.5 ppb | 3.1 ppb | 15 action level (ppb) | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Barium A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure. | 0.21 ppm | 0.21 ppm | 2 ppm | 2 ppm | Water softener PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Chloride Gives water a salty taste. | 110 ppm | 110 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Copper (home tap samples) Usually comes from household copper plumbing. | 0.085 ppm | 0.29 ppm | 1.3 action level (ppm) | 1.3 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dibromochloromethane A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 1.3 ppb | 1.4 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. | 0.54 ppm | 0.54 ppm | 4 ppm | 4 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Iron Causes rust stains and a metallic taste. | 0.11 ppm | 0.11 ppm | 0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Manganese Causes black staining and a bitter taste. | 0.0098 ppm | 0.0098 ppm | 0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Sodium No federal limit. EPA advises 20 ppm or less for people on low-sodium diets. | 157 ppm | 157 ppm | None | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Sulfate Can give water a bitter taste. | 12 ppm | 12 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Total dissolved solids (TDS) Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste. | 492 ppm | 492 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. | 1.9 ppb | 2.6 ppb | 80 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1011029. 33 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 TX1011029.
Harris County Municipal Utility District 432 serves about 4,782 people · hardness 2.7 gpg (slightly hard) · 3 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. | 4.9 ppb | 4.9 ppb | 10 ppb | Zero | 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 |
| Lead (home tap samples) Above health goal No safe level for children. Lead usually comes from household plumbing and fixtures, not the utility. | 0.69 ppb | 0.74 ppb | 15 action level (ppb) | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Barium A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure. | 0.15 ppm | 0.15 ppm | 2 ppm | 2 ppm | Water softener PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Chloride Gives water a salty taste. | 74 ppm | 74 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Copper (home tap samples) Usually comes from household copper plumbing. | 0.021 ppm | 0.063 ppm | 1.3 action level (ppm) | 1.3 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dibromochloromethane A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 1.4 ppb | 1.5 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. | 0.51 ppm | 0.51 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. | 5.9 ppb | 5.9 ppb | 60 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Iron Causes rust stains and a metallic taste. | 0.12 ppm | 0.12 ppm | 0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Manganese Causes black staining and a bitter taste. | 0.0062 ppm | 0.0062 ppm | 0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Monochloroacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 5.9 ppb | 5.9 ppb | part of HAA5 | 70 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. | 163 ppm | 163 ppm | None | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Sulfate Can give water a bitter taste. | 11 ppm | 11 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Total dissolved solids (TDS) Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste. | 465 ppm | 465 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. | 1.1 ppb | 1.2 ppb | 80 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1013378. 36 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 TX1013378.
Harris County Municipal Utility District 62 serves about 3,519 people · hardness 3.9 gpg (moderately hard) · 4 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. | 5.9 ppb | 5.9 ppb | 10 ppb | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromodichloromethane Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 4 ppb | 4 ppb | part of TTHMs | Zero | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromoform Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 9 ppb | 17 ppb | part of TTHMs | 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. | 4.6 ppb | 38.1 ppb | 15 action level (ppb) | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Barium A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure. | 0.22 ppm | 0.22 ppm | 2 ppm | 2 ppm | Water softener PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Chloride Gives water a salty taste. | 76 ppm | 76 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Copper (home tap samples) Usually comes from household copper plumbing. | 0.13 ppm | 0.78 ppm | 1.3 action level (ppm) | 1.3 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dibromochloromethane A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 4.8 ppb | 12 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. | 0.51 ppm | 0.51 ppm | 4 ppm | 4 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Iron Causes rust stains and a metallic taste. | 0.18 ppm | 0.18 ppm | 0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Manganese Causes black staining and a bitter taste. | 0.0058 ppm | 0.0058 ppm | 0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Sodium No federal limit. EPA advises 20 ppm or less for people on low-sodium diets. | 120 ppm | 120 ppm | None | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Sulfate Can give water a bitter taste. | 18 ppm | 18 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Total dissolved solids (TDS) Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste. | 400 ppm | 400 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. | 1.2 ppb | 1.2 ppb | 80 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Zinc Can give water a metallic taste. | 0.1 ppm | 0.1 ppm | 5 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
Also detected (no federal limit or health goal): Methyl Isobutyl Ketone, Xylenes, Total, 1,1,1,2-Tetrachloroethane, Ethylbenzene.
Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1012285. 60 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 TX1012285.
Harris County Municipal Utility District 287 serves about 3,510 people · 4 above health goals
| Contaminant | Average found | Highest found | Legal limit | EPA health goal | Removed by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bromodichloromethane Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 7.8 ppb | 7.8 ppb | part of TTHMs | Zero | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromoform Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 8.6 ppb | 22.7 ppb | part of TTHMs | Zero | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dichloroacetic acid Above health goal A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 1.5 ppb | 1.5 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. | 1 ppb | 1.7 ppb | 15 action level (ppb) | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromochloroacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 2.4 ppb | 2.4 ppb | None | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Chloroform A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 3.3 ppb | 3.3 ppb | part of TTHMs | 70 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Copper (home tap samples) Usually comes from household copper plumbing. | 0.015 ppm | 0.043 ppm | 1.3 action level (ppm) | 1.3 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dibromoacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 4 ppb | 4 ppb | part of HAA5 | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dibromochloromethane A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 5.7 ppb | 14.7 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. | 5.5 ppb | 5.5 ppb | 60 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs) Disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine reacts with organic matter. Long-term exposure is linked to cancer. | 18 ppb | 48.5 ppb | 80 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1013385. 29 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 TX1013385.
West Harris County Municipal Utility District 5 serves about 2,370 people · hardness 4.9 gpg (moderately hard) · 3 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. | 5.1 ppb | 5.1 ppb | 10 ppb | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromoform Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 1.2 ppb | 1.2 ppb | part of TTHMs | 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 | 3.1 ppb | 15 action level (ppb) | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Barium A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure. | 0.13 ppm | 0.13 ppm | 2 ppm | 2 ppm | Water softener PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Chloride Gives water a salty taste. | 82 ppm | 82 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Copper (home tap samples) Usually comes from household copper plumbing. | 0.014 ppm | 0.045 ppm | 1.3 action level (ppm) | 1.3 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dibromochloromethane A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 1.2 ppb | 1.2 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. | 1.1 ppm | 1.1 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. | 9.2 ppb | 9.2 ppb | 60 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Iron Causes rust stains and a metallic taste. | 0.18 ppm | 0.18 ppm | 0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Manganese Causes black staining and a bitter taste. | 0.017 ppm | 0.017 ppm | 0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Monochloroacetic acid A haloacetic acid disinfection byproduct. | 9.2 ppb | 9.2 ppb | part of HAA5 | 70 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. | 123 ppm | 123 ppm | None | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Sulfate Can give water a bitter taste. | 14 ppm | 14 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Total dissolved solids (TDS) Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste. | 399 ppm | 399 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. | 2.4 ppb | 2.4 ppb | 80 ppb | None set | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Zinc Can give water a metallic taste. | 0.018 ppm | 0.018 ppm | 5 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX1013356. 26 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 TX1013356.
Freeman Ranch serves about 1,308 people · hardness 12.1 gpg (very hard) · 6 above health goals
| Contaminant | Average found | Highest found | Legal limit | EPA health goal | Removed by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bromodichloromethane Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 1.9 ppb | 2.6 ppb | part of TTHMs | Zero | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Bromoform Above health goal A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 3.5 ppb | 3.9 ppb | part of TTHMs | Zero | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Gross alpha radioactivity Above health goal Natural radioactivity from uranium and radium in groundwater. | 3 pCi/L | 3 pCi/L | 15 pCi/L | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Gross beta radioactivity Above health goal Radioactivity from natural and man-made sources. | 4.4 pCi/L | 4.4 pCi/L | 50 screening level (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. | 0.58 ppb | 0.65 ppb | 15 action level (ppb) | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Uranium Above health goal A naturally radioactive metal in Texas groundwater. | 2.8 ppb | 2.8 ppb | 30 ppb | Zero | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Barium A natural metal. High levels can raise blood pressure. | 0.22 ppm | 0.22 ppm | 2 ppm | 2 ppm | Water softener PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Chloride Gives water a salty taste. | 93 ppm | 93 ppm | 250 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Copper (home tap samples) Usually comes from household copper plumbing. | 0.024 ppm | 0.12 ppm | 1.3 action level (ppm) | 1.3 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Dibromochloromethane A trihalomethane disinfection byproduct. | 3.9 ppb | 4.8 ppb | part of TTHMs | 60 ppb | AquaCarb PRO & AquaCarb ELITE PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Iron Causes rust stains and a metallic taste. | 0.028 ppm | 0.028 ppm | 0.3 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Manganese Causes black staining and a bitter taste. | 0.0011 ppm | 0.0011 ppm | 0.05 taste/stain guideline (ppm) | None set | Water softener |
| Nickel A natural metal. No federal limit. | 2 ppb | 2 ppb | None | None set | Water softener PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Nitrate From fertilizer, septic systems and natural deposits. High levels are dangerous for infants. | 0.33 ppm | 0.39 ppm | 10 ppm | 10 ppm | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Selenium A natural mineral that is harmful at high levels. | 4.8 ppb | 4.8 ppb | 50 ppb | 50 ppb | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Sodium No federal limit. EPA advises 20 ppm or less for people on low-sodium diets. | 36.3 ppm | 36.3 ppm | None | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Total dissolved solids (TDS) Everything dissolved in the water. High TDS affects taste. | 408 ppm | 408 ppm | 500 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
| Zinc Can give water a metallic taste. | 0.052 ppm | 0.052 ppm | 5 taste guideline (ppm) | None set | PureGuard RO & PureGuard ULTRA |
Also detected (no federal limit or health goal): Methyl Isobutyl Ketone, Xylenes, Total, Gross Alpha, Incl. Radon & U.
Source: TCEQ Drinking Water Viewer, public water system ID TX2370123. 26 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 TX2370123.
How We Treat Katy Water
This is what each of our systems does about the contaminants found in 77493.
| Found in 77493 | Water softener | AquaCarb PRO / ELITE | PureGuard RO / PureGuard ULTRA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardness (2.7–12.1 grains per gallon) | ✓ | – | ✓ |
| Arsenic | – | – | ✓ |
| Bromodichloromethane | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bromoform | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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.