ZIP Code 75853 Water Quality & Testing Report
Montalba, TX · Anderson County County · Updated for 2026
Is Tap Water Safe to Drink in ZIP 75853 (Montalba, TX)?
Yes, tap water in ZIP code 75853 (Montalba, TX) is safe to drink under EPA Safe Drinking Water Act standards. Supplied by Brushy Creek Water Supply Corporation, the area earns an EPA Safety Grade of B (83/100) with 1 health violations, 9.6 ppb lead, and very hard (246 mg/L / 14.4 GPG) water.
Water Safety Grade
Good — Minor issues on record
Health Violations
1
Total Violations
8
Lead Risk
Moderate
Contaminants
1
Active Water Quality Issues Detected
EPA records show 2 unresolved violations. Contact Brushy Creek Water Supply Corporation for current status.
About Tap Water in ZIP Code 75853
Tap water in ZIP code 75853 (Montalba, TX) is distributed by Brushy Creek Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX0010036), serving approximately 4,866 residents. Based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Act compliance records, this system receives a water safety grade of B with a composite quality score of 83/100.
Water System
Brushy Creek Water Supply Corporation
EPA ID: TX0010036
Water Source
Ground Water
Population Served
4,866 residents
County
Anderson County County, Texas
Lead Levels in ZIP 75853
EPA action level: 15 ppb | Public health goal: 0 ppb
Lead Level: 9.6 ppb — Moderate
Lead exposure risk in 75853 is rated Moderate. EPA models estimate a 43% exposure probability based on housing and infrastructure age.
EPA model estimate based on housing age and infrastructure
Water Hardness & Mineral Content
Grains per gallon (GPG) & Parts per million (PPM / mg/L)
Water in ZIP 75853 is Very Hard (246 mg/L / 14.4 GPG). High concentrations of dissolved limestone minerals cause severe mineral buildup, stiff laundry, dry skin, and premature water heater wear.
Grains per gallon
Parts per million CaCO3
Official EPA SDWIS Database Entry
Utility: Brushy Creek Water Supply Corporation · PWSID: TX0010036
Violation History
Past 5 years — EPA SDWIS data
Brushy Creek Water Supply Corporation has recorded 1 health-based violation out of 8 total violations over the past 5 years. 2 violations remain unresolved in EPA tracking records.
Regulatory compliance risk for this utility is rated Critical based on past reporting and enforcement records.
Contaminants Detected
Contaminants with health-based violations on record
EPA records identify 1 contaminant with health-based violations in the past 5 years: Haloacetic Acids (HAA5).
⚖ Enforcement Actions
Water Source & Environmental Factors
Ground Water
This system draws water from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through soil and rock, but can still contain naturally occurring minerals like arsenic, radium, or nitrates.
Lower potential
% of household income spent on energy — indicator of older infrastructure
EPA Radon Zone 3 — lower radon potential, though the EPA still recommends testing all homes.
Water Quality Testing in ZIP 75853
Tap Water & Well Testing Recommendations
Residents in ZIP code 75853 served by Brushy Creek Water Supply Corporation can test tap water or private well systems to verify water purity. Testing detects hidden contaminants before they impact family health.
Tap Water Testing Steps
- 1.Conduct a certified lead check if your home was constructed before 1986.
- 2.Use certified lab testing kits rather than uncalibrated test strips for regulated compliance.
- 3.Sample water from both your kitchen faucet and water heater to compare line purity.
Private Well Testing Steps
- •Test for Coliform bacteria and Nitrates annually.
- •Test for heavy metals, radon, and PFAS every 3 years.
- •Send samples to a state-certified drinking water laboratory recognized by Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
🛡 What Should You Do? — ZIP 75853 Recommendations
Your water quality is good
- ✓ Run cold water for 30 seconds each morning before use — especially if pipes are old
- ✓ Request your annual Consumer Confidence Report from Brushy Creek Water Supply Corporation
- ✓ If your home was built before 1986, consider testing your own tap for lead
- ✓ Use a pitcher filter (NSF/ANSI 42 certified) for improved taste
Recommended Taste & Safety Filter:
NSF/ANSI 53 Certified Pitcher Filter
Best for removing aesthetic chlorine, odors, and low-level heavy metals.
Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP 75853 Water Quality
Is tap water safe to drink in ZIP code 75853?+
How do I get my water tested in ZIP 75853 (Montalba, TX)?+
How hard is the tap water in 75853?+
Should I test private well water in 75853?+
What is the lead level in 75853 tap water?+
Is there an active boil water notice in 75853?+
Who provides tap water to 75853?+
What water filter should I use in 75853?+
Data Sources & Methodology
Water quality data for ZIP code 75853 is compiled from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), EPA ECHO enforcement database, UCMR5 unregulated contaminant monitoring, and Consumer Confidence Reports filed by Brushy Creek Water Supply Corporation. Safety scores are composite metrics derived from violation history, lead levels, enforcement actions, and infrastructure risk indicators. Data reflects a 5-year monitoring window. Last dataset update: 2024. View EPA source data →