Lufkin
Is Lufkin tap water safe to drink?
Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 65/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 0 local systems in Lufkin. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
Live: 04:15 PM☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Lufkin.
Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Lufkin?
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 65/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.
Health & Family Safety
Current records show no major contaminant spikes, making Lufkin a preferred choice for health-conscious families.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Lufkin
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?
Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 65/100.
How many water systems serve Lufkin?
Lufkin is served by 0 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 65 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.
What are the top contaminants in Lufkin?
Current contaminant data for Lufkin is being updated. Check back soon or search your specific address for the latest results.
Lufkin Water Quality Summary
Lufkin, TX receives a water quality score of 65/100 (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 65 is 13 points below the Texas state average of 78, 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 →
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