Ennis
Is Ennis tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Ennis scores 87/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 3 local systems in Ennis. We found 83 total violations (21 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
Live: 05:15 PM☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Ennis.
Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Ennis?
Expert Advice
Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.
Buying a Filter?
Wondering if Ennis tap water needs filtering? We break it down.
Baby Formula Safety
Mixing baby formula with Ennis tap water? Read this first.
Homebuyer's Perspective
If you're house-hunting in Ennis, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. The high safety score (87/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.
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 Ennis
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Ennis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ennis tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Ennis scores 87/100.
How many water systems serve Ennis?
Ennis is served by 3 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Ennis?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Ennis.
What is the water quality score for Ennis?
The water quality score for Ennis is 87 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 3 systems serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Ennis?
The top contaminants detected in Ennis include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Ennis Water Quality Summary
Ennis, TX receives a water quality score of 87/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 3 public water systems serving the area.
Ennis's water quality is above the national average, with strong compliance records and low contaminant levels. Residents generally receive clean, safe tap water that meets EPA standards.
Ennis's score of 87 is 11 points above the Texas state average of 76, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.
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 →
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