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Official Status: March 2026

Is Huntsville tap water safe to drink?

⚠ Caution Advised
C

Use extra caution — Huntsville scores 58/100.

Safety Score
58
out of 100

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Huntsville

Texas

View Texas state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Huntsville tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Huntsville scores 58/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 0 local systems in Huntsville. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

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

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 Huntsville?

Requirement Status
Recommended
🟡
💡

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 Huntsville tap water needs filtering? We break it down.

Baby Formula Safety

Mixing baby formula with Huntsville tap water? Read this first.

Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in Huntsville, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. With a score of 58/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.

Property Impact: Requires Mitigation

Health & Family Safety

Current records show no major contaminant spikes, making Huntsville a preferred choice for health-conscious families.

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Compliance Record for Huntsville

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Huntsville tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Huntsville scores 58/100.

How many water systems serve Huntsville?

Huntsville is served by 0 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

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

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

What is the water quality score for Huntsville?

The water quality score for Huntsville is 58 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.

What are the top contaminants in Huntsville?

Current contaminant data for Huntsville is being updated. Check back soon or search your specific address for the latest results.

Water Quality Score
58/100
Grade
D
Water Systems
17
Population
100,959

Huntsville Water Quality Summary

Huntsville, TX receives a water quality score of 58/100 (Grade D) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 17 public water systems serving the area.

Huntsville's water quality score is below the national average, indicating a history of EPA violations or elevated contaminant levels. Residents are encouraged to check their specific water system report and consider additional filtration.

Huntsville's score of 58 is 20 points below the Texas state average of 78, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

Residents of this mid-size Texas city navigate a fragmented utility landscape, as drinking water is supplied through many distinct distribution systems. In addition, the South-central region's varied geology and prominent oil and gas industry introduce environmental factors that challenge local source water quality, contributing to the city's poor overall rating. For prospective homebuyers in Huntsville, this weak performance highlights the need to verify the specific water provider for a given address, as quality can differ across the municipality's various systems.

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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Water Systems Serving Huntsville (0)

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