Tap Water Quality in Austin, TX
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Austin Drinking Water Overview
Population: ~980,000 | Source: Colorado River (Lake Austin and Lake Travis)
Austin Water draws from the Highland Lakes chain on the Colorado River. Rapid growth has strained water supply and treatment capacity. Harmful algal blooms in Lake Travis have become more frequent, and zebra mussel infestation has complicated intake operations. The city has invested in major treatment plant expansions to keep pace with growth.
Common water quality concerns in Austin
Algal blooms
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Disinfection byproducts
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Zebra mussels affecting intake
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PFAS
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What's in your Austin water report
Contaminant levels
Every detected contaminant in your Austin water system, compared to EPA limits and health guidelines.
Violation history
All EPA violations on record for water systems serving Austin, including health-based and monitoring violations.
Water quality grade
An A through F grade based on violation history, contaminant levels, and health guideline comparisons.
Filter recommendations
Which type of water filter will actually remove the contaminants found in your specific water system.
Water quality in nearby cities
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