Water Quality in Dallas, TX
166 water systems serving 1,648,850 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Dallas water systems is 1.6 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb. 2 systems have triggered action level violations.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 8883 |
| Health-based violations | 1037 |
| Lead action level violations | 2 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Dallas
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dallas tap water safe to drink?
Dallas 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 Dallas, Texas?
Dallas has 166 public water systems serving approximately 1,648,850 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 1.6 ppb. There are 8883 total violations on record.
Does Dallas have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 1.6 ppb across Dallas's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. 2 systems have triggered lead action level violations.
How many water utilities serve Dallas?
166 public water systems are registered in Dallas, Texas with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 1,648,850 people.