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Karnes City, Texas Water Quality Report

Water quality data for 3 water systems serving 11,031 people.

45
Poor
out of 100

Water Source

3
Water Systems
11K
People Served
Ground water
Water Source

Detected Contaminants

ContaminantDetected LevelEPA Limit (MCL)Health Guideline% of LimitStatus
lithium76.5 No federal limit10.0 ug/L(EPA/USGS HBSL)
765%
Above guideline

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Compliance & Violations

Active Violations (37)

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

75

Nov 19, 2022

minor

75

Nov 19, 2022

minor

66

Dec 30, 2017

moderate

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minor

Resolved Violations (183)

75

Sep 1, 2025

minor

75

Sep 1, 2025

minor

02

Apr 1, 2025 — Jun 30, 2025

critical

02

Apr 1, 2025 — Jun 30, 2025

critical

02

Apr 1, 2025 — Jun 30, 2025

critical

+ 178 more resolved violations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Karnes City tap water safe to drink?

Karnes City's water meets all EPA maximum contaminant levels. However, 1 contaminants were detected at various levels. Some residents may prefer additional filtration for peace of mind.

What contaminants are in Karnes City tap water?

1 contaminants have been detected in Karnes City's water supply across 3 water systems. See the full contaminant table above for details.

How can I improve my water quality in Karnes City?

Install a water filter rated for the specific contaminants found in Karnes City's water. See our filter recommendations above. You can also request your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current test results.

Does Karnes City have any water quality violations?

Yes, Karnes City currently has 37 active violations. See the violations section above for details.