Kerr County Water Quality

Kerr County, Texas

Water Grade

F

Water Score

7.8

Violations

223

State Rank

#197

of 254 (1 = best)

Water Quality Details

Water Quality Grade

F

Based on EPA compliance history and violation data

Water Score

7.8/100

Higher = better quality

Health Violations

223

Health-based violations

Violation Rate

440.6%

Systems with violations

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water quality in Kerr County, Texas?
Kerr County, Texas has a water quality grade of F with a score of 7.8/100, based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System data. The county has 223 health-based drinking water violations on record.
Are there any water violations in Kerr County?
Kerr County has 223 health-based drinking water violations recorded by the EPA. Health-based violations indicate instances where contaminant levels exceeded EPA Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs). Violations may have been resolved — check with your local water utility for current status.
How does Kerr County water compare to the Texas average?
Kerr County's water quality score of 7.8/100 is lower than the Texas state average of 30.4. The average water quality grade across Texas is F, based on data from 254 counties with available water quality data.
Is tap water safe to drink in Kerr County?
Based on EPA data, Kerr County has a water quality grade of F (7.8/100). This indicates below-average water quality with significant compliance issues. Residents may want to consider home water filtration. For the most up-to-date information, contact your local water utility or review your Consumer Confidence Report (CCR).
Why does Kerr County have so many water violations?
Kerr County has 223 health-based drinking water violations on record from the EPA SDWIS database. A higher violation count can result from aging infrastructure, underfunded water utilities, agricultural runoff contamination, or industrial pollution. Counties with more water systems may also see more violations simply due to scale. Residents concerned about water quality should consider independent water testing and home filtration systems.
How does Kerr County rank for water quality in Texas?
Kerr County ranks #197 out of 254 counties in Texas by water quality score (1 = best). With a score of 7.8/100, it falls in the bottom third of counties statewide. Rankings are based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) data including health-based violations and compliance records.

Data Source

Water quality data sourced from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) via the ECHO enforcement database. Scores reflect compliance history and health-based violation counts.

Disclaimer: This data is informational only. It is not health, legal, or professional advice. For concerns about your specific water supply, contact your local water utility.