Mercedes
Is Mercedes tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Mercedes scores 37/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 2 local systems in Mercedes. We found 329 total violations (46 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
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Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Mercedes?
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 Mercedes tap water needs filtering? We break it down.
Baby Formula Safety
Mixing baby formula with Mercedes tap water? Read this first.
Homebuyer's Perspective
If you're house-hunting in Mercedes, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. With a score of 37/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.
Health & Family Safety
Residents should monitor Copper (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 Mercedes
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Mercedes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mercedes tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Mercedes scores 37/100.
How many water systems serve Mercedes?
Mercedes is served by 2 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Mercedes?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Mercedes.
What is the water quality score for Mercedes?
The water quality score for Mercedes is 37 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 2 systems serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Mercedes?
The top contaminants detected in Mercedes include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Mercedes Water Quality Summary
Mercedes, TX receives a water quality score of 37/100 (Grade F) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.
Mercedes'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.
Mercedes's score of 37 is 39 points below the Texas state average of 76, and below 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 →
Key Contaminants
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