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Odessa, Texas Water Quality Report

Water quality data for 7 water systems serving 139,068 people.

45
Poor
out of 100

Water Source

7
Water Systems
139K
People Served
Surface water, Ground water
Water Source

Detected Contaminants

ContaminantDetected LevelEPA Limit (MCL)Health Guideline% of LimitStatus
lithium48.0 No federal limit10.0 ug/L(EPA/USGS HBSL)
480%
Above guideline
PFBA0.037 No federal limit1000.0 ug/L(EWG)
0%
Below guideline
PFBS0.005 No federal limit2000.0 ug/L(EPA Health Advisory)
0%
Below guideline
PFHxS0.005 0.010 ug/L0.001 ug/L(EWG)
54%
Within limit

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your water supply, these filtration systems are recommended:

Reverse Osmosis (RO)

Reverse osmosis systems remove up to 99% of PFAS compounds. Recommended for homes with detected PFAS.

Up to 99% PFAS removal

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Compliance & Violations

Active Violations (7)

75

Jun 30, 2025

minor

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

75

Oct 15, 2022

minor

75

Nov 12, 2019

minor

Resolved Violations (493)

01

Jul 1, 2025 — Sep 30, 2025

critical

01

Jul 1, 2025 — Sep 30, 2025

critical

01

Jul 1, 2025 — Sep 30, 2025

critical

01

Jul 1, 2025 — Sep 30, 2025

critical

01

Jul 1, 2025 — Sep 30, 2025

critical

+ 488 more resolved violations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Odessa tap water safe to drink?

Odessa's water meets all EPA maximum contaminant levels. However, 4 contaminants were detected at various levels. Some residents may prefer additional filtration for peace of mind.

What contaminants are in Odessa tap water?

4 contaminants have been detected in Odessa's water supply across 7 water systems. See the full contaminant table above for details.

How can I improve my water quality in Odessa?

Install a water filter rated for the specific contaminants found in Odessa's water. See our filter recommendations above. You can also request your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current test results.

Does Odessa have any water quality violations?

Yes, Odessa currently has 154 active violations. See the violations section above for details.