Water Quality in Mcallen, TX
29 water systems serving 194,118 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Mcallen water systems is 1.1 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 189 |
| Health-based violations | 0 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Mcallen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mcallen tap water safe to drink?
Mcallen 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 Mcallen, Texas?
Mcallen has 29 public water systems serving approximately 194,118 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 1.1 ppb. There are 189 total violations on record.
Does Mcallen have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 1.1 ppb across Mcallen's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Mcallen?
29 public water systems are registered in Mcallen, Texas with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 194,118 people.