Water Quality in Splendora, TX: 425 Violations - Grade N/A
5 water systems · 1 directly mapped ZIP records
Available EPA records report 425 violations across 1 directly mapped ZIP records with known counts for Splendora. This is compliance evidence, not a property-level tap-water verdict.
Data: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
Water Quality by ZIP Code in Splendora
This table shows typed EPA water evidence only. Missing violation counts are displayed as N/A, not zero.
| ZIP Code | Violations | Health | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 77372 | 425 | 5 | View report → |
Water Quality Overview
Splendora, Texas has directly mapped EPA water-system data for 1 ZIP codes. This page reports typed compliance facts and does not relabel the multi-source Home Safety Score as a drinking-water grade.
The available EPA records report 425 violations, including 5 health-based violations across 1 directly mapped ZIP record with reported counts.
Lead Levels
The average 90th percentile lead level across Splendora water systems is 0.0018 mg/L - within EPA limits. No exceedances appear among the 1 ZIP records with known lead status.
Water Systems Serving Splendora
Splendora is served by 5 community water systems regulated under the Safe Drinking Water Act. These systems collectively serve approximately 14,088 people across 1 ZIP code.
Each water system is identified by a Public Water System ID (PWSID) and is required to:
- Test for over 90 regulated contaminants on a regular schedule
- Report results to the EPA and state regulators
- Issue an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) to all customers
- Take corrective action when violations occur
The EPA has taken 10 enforcement actions against water systems serving Splendora. Enforcement actions range from informal compliance assistance to formal orders and penalties.
How to Check Your Water in Splendora
Enter your ZIP code on ZipCheckup to see your specific water system data, including contaminant levels and violation history
Request your CCR - your water utility must provide an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results for all monitored contaminants
Get a home test - certified kits cost $20–$50 and test for lead, bacteria, and common contaminants. Professional lab tests ($150–$400) cover a broader panel
Consider filtration - NSF-certified filters can remove specific contaminants. Reverse osmosis removes the broadest range; activated carbon is effective for chlorine and many organics
Check for advisories - monitor your local utility website and local news for boil water advisories or system alerts
Contaminants Detected in Splendora Water Systems
The following contaminants have been detected or caused violations across Splendora's water systems:
| Contaminant | Category | MCL | Violations | ZIPs Affected | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | N/A | 92 | 1 | No |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | N/A | 10 | 1 | No |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | N/A | 10 | 1 | Yes |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | N/A | 6 | 1 | No |
| Atrazine | Organic | 0.003 mg/L | 6 | 1 | No |
| Benzene | Organic | 0.005 mg/L | 6 | 1 | No |
| PFOA | PFAS | 0.000004 mg/L | 6 | 1 | No |
| PFNA | PFAS | 0.00001 mg/L | 6 | 1 | No |
| Monochloroacetic Acid | Disinfection Byproducts | 0.06 mg/L | 6 | 1 | No |
| Dichloroacetic Acid | Disinfection Byproducts | 0.06 mg/L | 6 | 1 | No |
| Bromodichloromethane | Disinfection Byproducts | 0.08 mg/L | 6 | 1 | No |
| Dibromochloromethane | Disinfection Byproducts | 0.08 mg/L | 6 | 1 | No |
| Bromoform | Disinfection Byproducts | 0.08 mg/L | 6 | 1 | No |
| Chlorodibromomethane | Disinfection Byproducts | 0.08 mg/L | 6 | 1 | No |
| Trichloroacetic Acid | Disinfection Byproducts | 0.06 mg/L | 6 | 1 | No |
MCL = Maximum Contaminant Level (EPA enforceable standard). Health-based violations indicate levels that may pose direct health risks.
EPA Enforcement History
The EPA and state regulators have taken 10 enforcement actions against water systems serving Splendora. Recent actions:
| Date | Action Type |
|---|---|
| 2026-05-12 | State Informal Action |
| 2025-08-28 | State Order Extension |
| 2025-07-28 | State Informal Action |
| 2025-07-28 | State Informal Enforcement |
| 2025-06-16 | State Informal Action |
| 2025-04-22 | State Order Extension |
| 2025-04-14 | State Informal Action |
| 2025-04-14 | State Informal Enforcement |
| 2025-04-10 | State Order Extension |
| 2025-02-19 | State Informal Action |
Enforcement actions range from informal compliance assistance to formal orders and penalties. The most recent action was on 2026-05-12.
Splendora vs. Nearby Texas Cities
How Splendora's water quality compares to similar cities in Texas:
| City | Direct EPA ZIPs | Violations | Systems | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Splendora | 1 | 425 | 5 | 14,088 |
| Wharton | 1 | 60 | 2 | 14,129 |
| Iowa Park | 1 | 23 | 5 | 14,013 |
| Bullard | 1 | 23 | 5 | 13,977 |
Common Questions About Splendora Water
These are the most common questions residents search for about water quality in Splendora, Texas:
Is Splendora water hard or soft? Water hardness varies by source. Splendora's 5 water systems use multiple sources. Check your ZIP code report for specific hardness data.
Can I drink Splendora tap water? City-level EPA records cannot determine safety at a specific tap. The measured subset contains 5 health-based violations; check the affected utility record and consider certified testing.
What is the best water filter for Splendora? A NSF/ANSI 53-certified filter for lead removal is a good general choice. See our Water Filter Matcher for personalized recommendations.
Splendora vs. Texas Average
Understanding how Splendora compares to the broader Texas average helps contextualize your local water quality. Factors like water source, treatment methods, and infrastructure age all contribute to differences between cities in the same state.
To see how individual neighborhoods compare, check the ZIP code reports below - water quality can vary significantly even within Splendora.
ZIP Codes in Splendora
Splendora spans 1 ZIP code. EPA water-system coverage is available for 1 directly mapped ZIP code. Check each ZIP code for detailed contaminant data, violation history, and system information.
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
- Enforcement: EPA ECHO database
- Filter recommendations: NSF/ANSI certified products
Source reporting periods vary. See each cited source for its publication schedule.