Amarillo
Is Amarillo tap water safe to drink?
Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 71/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 4 local systems in Amarillo. We found 546 total violations (25 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
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Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Amarillo?
Expert Advice
Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.
Buying a Filter?
Wondering if Amarillo tap water needs filtering? We break it down.
Baby Formula Safety
Mixing baby formula with Amarillo tap water? Read this first.
Homebuyer's Perspective
If you're house-hunting in Amarillo, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. With a score of 71/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.
Health & Family Safety
Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Amarillo
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Amarillo.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Amarillo tap water safe to drink?
Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 71/100.
How many water systems serve Amarillo?
Amarillo is served by 4 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Amarillo?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Amarillo.
What is the water quality score for Amarillo?
The water quality score for Amarillo is 71 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 4 systems serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Amarillo?
The top contaminants detected in Amarillo include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Amarillo Water Quality Summary
Amarillo, TX receives a water quality score of 71/100 (Grade C) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 4 public water systems serving the area.
Amarillo's water quality is near the national average. While most systems meet EPA standards, some violations have been recorded. Residents may wish to review their specific water system's report for contaminant details.
Amarillo's score of 71 is 5 points below the Texas state average of 76, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.
For residents and prospective homebuyers looking at this mid-size Texas city, the drinking water is managed across a few distinct systems that operate within a South-central regional context defined by varied geology, large urban centers, and the oil and gas industry. The local water quality holds a solid, above-average standing, indicating that the supply is generally well-maintained though still subject to the environmental influences of its industrial and geological surroundings. Staying aware of how these regional factors interact with the local water supply is a helpful practice for anyone establishing a home in the area.
Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Texas water quality rankings report →
Key Contaminants
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Water Systems Serving Amarillo (4)
Amarillo Va Health Care System
FAmarillo Municipal Water System
AUs Department Of Energy Pantex Plant
ALake Tanglewood Water System
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Water quality can vary by neighborhood in Amarillo.
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