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Official Status: March 2026

Is Lufkin tap water safe to drink?

⚠ Caution Advised
C

Use extra caution — Lufkin scores 62/100.

Safety Score
62
out of 100

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Lufkin

Texas

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Is Lufkin tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Lufkin scores 62/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 7 local systems in Lufkin. We found 777 total violations (88 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 03:00 AM
0mm Precipitation

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

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 Lufkin?

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 Lufkin tap water needs filtering? We break it down.

Baby Formula Safety

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

Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in Lufkin, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. With a score of 62/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.

Property Impact: Requires Mitigation

Health & Family Safety

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 Lufkin

777
Violations (5yr)
88
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lufkin tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Lufkin scores 62/100.

How many water systems serve Lufkin?

Lufkin is served by 7 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

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

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

What is the water quality score for Lufkin?

The water quality score for Lufkin is 62 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 7 systems serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in Lufkin?

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

Water Quality Score
62/100
Grade
C
Water Systems
7
Population
75,879

Lufkin Water Quality Summary

Lufkin, TX receives a water quality score of 62/100 (Grade C) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 7 public water systems serving the area.

Lufkin'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.

Lufkin's score of 62 is 14 points below the Texas state average of 76, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

Residents of Lufkin, a mid-size city in Texas, receive their tap water from a network of seven distinct water systems. The local water supply achieves a moderate rating, reflecting the complex environmental factors of a South-central region characterized by large urban centers, varied geology, and the footprint of the oil and gas industry. For prospective homebuyers evaluating the area, this mid-range quality assessment highlights the importance of staying informed about how regional industrial activities and natural geological features shape their household 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)
0.00201 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Lufkin (7)

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