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Official Status: March 2026

Is Forney tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Forney scores 94/100.

Safety Score
94
out of 100

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Forney

Texas

View Texas state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Forney tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Forney scores 94/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 4 local systems in Forney. We found 192 total violations (10 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Forney.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Forney?

Requirement Status
Optional
🟢
💡

Expert Advice

Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.

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Baby Formula Safety

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Homebuyer's Perspective

Water quality is easy to overlook when evaluating a move to Forney, but it can affect plumbing longevity and appliance lifespan. The high safety score (94/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

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.

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Compliance Record for Forney

192
Violations (5yr)
10
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Forney.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Forney tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Forney scores 94/100.

How many water systems serve Forney?

Forney is served by 4 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Forney?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Forney.

What is the water quality score for Forney?

The water quality score for Forney is 94 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 Forney?

The top contaminants detected in Forney include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
94/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
4
Population
69,148

Forney Water Quality Summary

Forney, TX receives a water quality score of 94/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 4 public water systems serving the area.

Forney'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.

Forney's score of 94 is 18 points above the Texas state average of 76, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

For homebuyers and residents looking at Forney, this mid-size Texas city's water infrastructure delivers outstanding quality across its multiple distribution systems. Maintaining clean tap water in the South-central region presents unique challenges, given the surrounding oil and gas industry, proximity to large urban centers, and varied geology. Despite these regional factors, local utilities consistently achieve top-tier marks, giving households confidence in the safety and reliability of their everyday drinking water.

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

Lead (90th percentile)
0.00167 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Forney (4)

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