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Zapata, Texas Water Quality Report

Water quality data for 6 water systems serving 17,075 people.

45
Poor
out of 100

Water Source

6
Water Systems
17K
People Served
Surface water
Water Source

Detected Contaminants

ContaminantDetected LevelEPA Limit (MCL)Health Guideline% of LimitStatus
lithium30.9 No federal limit10.0 ug/L(EPA/USGS HBSL)
309%
Above guideline
PFPeA0.003 No federal limit1000.0 ug/L(EWG)
0%
Below guideline

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Compliance & Violations

Active Violations (23)

52

Jul 1, 2025

moderate

52

Jul 1, 2025

moderate

75

May 1, 2025

minor

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

52

Oct 1, 2024

moderate

52

Oct 1, 2024

moderate

52

Oct 1, 2024

moderate

75

Jun 14, 2024

minor

75

Jun 14, 2024

minor

66

Sep 29, 2023

moderate

75

Sep 13, 2023

minor

75

Sep 13, 2023

minor

75

Jul 20, 2023

minor

75

Jul 20, 2023

minor

75

Jan 11, 2020

minor

75

Aug 12, 2019

minor

75

Mar 12, 2019

minor

75

Dec 22, 2018

minor

Resolved Violations (477)

75

May 15, 2025

minor

75

May 15, 2025

minor

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

+ 472 more resolved violations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zapata tap water safe to drink?

Zapata's water meets all EPA maximum contaminant levels. However, 2 contaminants were detected at various levels. Some residents may prefer additional filtration for peace of mind.

What contaminants are in Zapata tap water?

2 contaminants have been detected in Zapata's water supply across 6 water systems. See the full contaminant table above for details.

How can I improve my water quality in Zapata?

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

Does Zapata have any water quality violations?

Yes, Zapata currently has 88 active violations. See the violations section above for details.