Balch Springs Water Quality

Texas

Health Violations

The tap water in Balch Springs, Texas is served by 1 EPA-regulated water system covering approximately 28,300 people. 1 health-based violation are on record, most recently for 5200 in 2024. Data source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System.

1
Water Systems
28,300
Population Served
1
Total Violations
1
Health-Based Violations

Drinking water in Balch Springs, Texas is delivered through 1 EPA-regulated community water system serving an estimated 28,300 people. Each system is tracked in the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) under the Safe Drinking Water Act, which requires testing for regulated contaminants, consumer notification of violations, and publication of an annual Consumer Confidence Report.

The SDWIS record for Balch Springs shows 1 total violation across all 1 system, of which 1 is health-based, meaning either a Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) was exceeded or a required treatment technique was not followed. Contaminants cited in health-based violations include 5200. 1 TRI-reporting industrial facility is also located within the city limits.

A past EPA violation does not mean the water is currently unsafe, utilities are required to notify customers and remediate under state primacy oversight. For current water-quality status and treatment practices, review your local utility's most recent Consumer Confidence Report or contact the Texas drinking water program. All records above reflect federal EPA SDWIS data and are not independently verified against state databases.

Community Water Systems

System Name Pop. Served Violations Status
CITY OF BALCH SPRINGS 28,300 1 Health

Does this city have health-based water violations?

Health-based violations indicate contaminant levels that exceeded EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs). This does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe.

Contaminant Begin Date
5200 2024-10-17

TRI Facilities in Balch Springs

Facility Total Releases
Txi-Lake June Road Ready Mix 1 lbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Balch Springs, Texas water safe to drink?
Balch Springs is served by 1 EPA-regulated water system covering approximately 28,300 people. 1 health-based violation have been recorded. A past violation does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe, systems are required to notify customers and resolve issues. Contact your local water utility for current status.
How many water violations does Balch Springs have?
Balch Springs water systems have a total of 1 violation on record in the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, of which 1 is health-based (MCL exceedances). The remaining violations are monitoring or reporting violations.
What contaminants were found in Balch Springs water?
Health-based violations for Balch Springs water systems include the following contaminants: 5200. Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS).
How many water systems serve Balch Springs?
1 EPA-regulated community water system serves Balch Springs, Texas, collectively covering approximately 28,300 people. Data is from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS).
Where does Balch Springs get its drinking water?
Balch Springs's water supply comes from 1 EPA-regulated community water system. Source type data is not available for all systems. For detailed supply information, contact your local water utility. Source: EPA SDWIS.
Are there pollution sources near Balch Springs?
Yes, 1 EPA Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) facility is registered in Balch Springs, Texas, reporting a combined 1 lbs of toxic chemical releases. TRI data reflects self-reported emissions; it does not measure exposure or health effects. Source: EPA TRI.

About This Data

Water system data comes from the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). Violations are reported by state agencies to EPA and include both health-based (MCL exceedances) and monitoring/reporting violations.

A reported violation does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe to drink. Many violations are resolved quickly, and public water systems are required to notify customers of significant issues. For current water quality, contact your local water utility.

TRI facility data comes from the EPA Toxic Release Inventory. Facilities shown are those that self-report to the TRI program. PlainEnviro presents this data without advocacy framing.

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