Water Quality in Austin, TX
1034 water systems serving 1,963,409 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Austin water systems is 1.1 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 41340 |
| Health-based violations | 6163 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Austin
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin tap water safe to drink?
Austin tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Austin, Texas?
Austin has 1034 public water systems serving approximately 1,963,409 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 1.1 ppb. There are 41340 total violations on record.
Does Austin have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 1.1 ppb across Austin's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Austin?
1034 public water systems are registered in Austin, Texas with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 1,963,409 people.