Editorial advisory
What the data suggests for El Paso County
Water Verdict
El Paso County receives a fair water quality assessment with a grade of C and a score of 60.6 out of 100. The water supply meets baseline federal standards, but there may be periods of elevated contaminant levels or infrastructure concerns worth monitoring.
Violation Context
El Paso County has recorded 58 health-based violations, indicating multiple instances where federal contaminant limits or treatment requirements were not met. At 6.1 violations per 100,000 people served, this rate is moderate and suggests recurring water quality challenges.
Consumer Guidance
Tap water in El Paso County meets baseline standards but the compliance record shows room for improvement, with a Grade C rating. El Paso County's drinking-water compliance score is 60.6 out of 100. The violation rate for El Paso County is 6.1 per 100,000 people served. Residents who are immunocompromised, pregnant, or have young children may benefit from using an NSF 53-certified filter. Contacting your local utility for the current Consumer Confidence Report will confirm which specific violations were recorded and whether they have been resolved. There are 9 active water-quality monitoring sites in El Paso County.
Regional Context
El Paso County has better water quality than the average county in Texas. Its water score is 30.2 points higher than the state average, indicating stronger water system performance relative to neighboring counties.
Advisory text summarizes county-level public records and is not a replacement for your utility's current Consumer Confidence Report or direct local notices.