Port Lavaca, Texas: Is the Tap Water Safe to Drink?
2026 EPA water quality data for 8 community water systems serving 13,598+ residents. See violations, PFAS results, lead test results, and safety grades — free.
Is Port Lavaca Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Port Lavaca has 8 community water systems. 6 of 8 graded systems meet all EPA standards (grade A or B), while 2 have recorded violations. No active health-based violations are currently open. Check individual system reports below for specifics.
Port Lavaca Water Quality Overview
Port Lavaca, Texas is served by 8 community water systems providing water to approximately 13,598 residents. These systems draw from groundwater (4), surface water (3), surface water purchased (1) sources. Port Lavaca water systems have recorded 142 health-based violations in their history, though none are currently active. Including monitoring and reporting violations, there are 290 total violations on record.
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Port Lavaca Drinking Water: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Port Lavaca, Texas tap water safe to drink?
Port Lavaca has 8 community water systems. 6 of 8 graded systems meet all EPA standards (grade A or B), while 2 have recorded violations. No active health-based violations are currently open. Check individual system reports below for specifics.
How many water utilities serve Port Lavaca, Texas?
8 community water systems serve Port Lavaca, Texas, providing water to approximately 13,598 people. Different neighborhoods may be served by different utilities. Enter your ZIP code at the top to find your specific provider.
Does Port Lavaca tap water have lead?
Lead in drinking water typically enters from old pipes and fixtures inside homes and buildings, not from the treatment plant. The EPA requires water systems to monitor for lead under the Lead and Copper Rule. Click any water system above to see its most recent 90th-percentile lead test results. Homes built before 1986 are most likely to have lead plumbing components.
What contaminants have been found in Port Lavaca drinking water?
EPA violation records for Port Lavaca water systems are listed on each utility's report page. Common regulated contaminants include disinfection byproducts (TTHMs, HAA5), coliform bacteria, nitrates, and lead. Click any utility above to see its full violation history going back 10 years.
How do I find out which water company serves my address in Port Lavaca?
Enter your Port Lavaca ZIP code in the search box at the top of this page. ClearWater will identify the specific water system serving your area and show you its EPA violation history, lead test results, and an overall safety grade. You can also check your water bill or your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR).