June 14, 2026

Mart, TX Water Quality Report 2026

By PureWaterGuys

EPA compliance testing (2012–2019) detected 14 regulated contaminants in this water system: Arsenic, Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs), Lead + 11 more.

Unlock the full breakdown — detected levels vs. legal limits, plus what removes each one.

Full contaminant breakdown

EPA Six-Year Review compliance monitoring, 2012–2019 — the most recent national compliance dataset EPA has published. See the sections above for more recent violation and PFAS records.

ContaminantAvg. detectedHighest sampleFederal limitAvg. vs. limit
ArsenicEPA health goal: zero 8.56 ppb 16.7 ppb 10 ppb 86%
Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs) 44.1 ppb 144 ppb 80 ppb 55%
LeadEPA health goal: zero 6.59 ppb 48.9 ppb 15 ppb (action level) 44%
Cyanide 65 ppb 80 ppb 200 ppb 32%
Haloacetic acids (HAA5) 17.4 ppb 61.8 ppb 60 ppb 29%
Fluoride 894 ppb 1060 ppb 4000 ppb 22%
Selenium 3.96 ppb 3.96 ppb 50 ppb 8%
Antimony 0.285 ppb 0.285 ppb 6 ppb 5%
Atrazine 0.16 ppb 0.21 ppb 3 ppb 5%
Copper 47.9 ppb 433 ppb 1300 ppb (action level) 4%
Barium 50.4 ppb 56.3 ppb 2000 ppb 3%
Chromium (total) 0.684 ppb 0.684 ppb 100 ppb 1%
Dalapon 1.2 ppb 1.4 ppb 200 ppb 1%
Nitrate 87.3 ppb 150 ppb 10000 ppb 1%

Also tested, no detections: 1,1,1-Trichloroethane, 1,1,2-Trichloroethane, 1,1-Dichloroethylene, 1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene, 1,2-Dichloroethane, 1,2-Dichloropropane, 2,4,5-TP (Silvex), 2,4-D, Alachlor, Asbestos, Benzene, Benzo(a)pyrene, Beryllium, Cadmium, Carbofuran, Carbon tetrachloride, Chlordane, Chlorobenzene, DBCP, DEHA (adipate), DEHP (phthalate), Dichloromethane, Dinoseb, Endrin, Ethylbenzene, Ethylene dibromide (EDB), Gross alpha radioactivity, Heptachlor, Heptachlor epoxide, Hexachlorobenzene, Hexachlorocyclopentadiene, Lindane, Mercury (inorganic), Methoxychlor, Nitrite, Oxamyl, Pentachlorophenol, Picloram, Simazine, Styrene, Tetrachloroethylene (PCE), Thallium, Toluene, Toxaphene, Trichloroethylene (TCE), Uranium, Vinyl chloride, Xylenes (total), cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene, o-Dichlorobenzene, p-Dichlorobenzene, trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene.

Reverse osmosis (drinking water)

The treatment category most often matched to dissolved contaminants like lead, arsenic, nitrate, fluoride, and radiological contaminants detected in this system.

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Whole-house carbon filtration

The treatment category most often matched to disinfection byproducts (TTHMs, haloacetic acids), chlorine taste and odor, and organic compounds detected in this system.

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Source: U.S. EPA Six-Year Review 4 compliance monitoring data (2012–2019), the most recent nationwide compliance dataset EPA has released, reported at the water-system level. A detection is not a violation. “Avg. vs. limit” compares the average of laboratory detections to the federal MCL or action level; individual faucets can differ — household plumbing affects lead and copper, and a state-certified laboratory test of your own tap is the only way to confirm levels in your home. Treatment categories are general matches, not a certification claim for a specific product and contaminant.

Water Utility: City Of Mart
Population Served: 1,846 residents
Data Sources: EPA SDWIS + EPA UCMR5
Report Year: 2026

Mart, Texas drinking water is supplied by City Of Mart. All US public water systems must test drinking water and report results to the EPA under the Safe Drinking Water Act. This report summarizes health-based violations and PFAS detections recorded in federal databases to help you make informed decisions about home water filtration.

EPA Health-Based Violation History

The following contaminants exceeded EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) at this utility since 2010:

Contaminant Violation Years Filter Solution
Arsenic 2016-2023 Under Sink Filters
Coliform (Tcr) 2010-2012 Whole House Filters
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule 2010 Water Filters
Total Haloacetic Acids (Haa5) 2010 Whole House Filters
Tthm 2010 Water Filters

Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), updated quarterly. Health-based violations only.

Should You Filter Your Mart Water?

Even utilities with no EPA violations may have contaminants present below legal limits but above health guidelines. The EPA sets maximum contaminant levels based on what is feasible and affordable to treat at scale -- not necessarily what carries zero health risk. Many independent health organizations recommend filtration for households with children, pregnant women, or immunocompromised individuals regardless of utility compliance status.

Protect Your Mart Home Water

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Filters for Mart, TX Water Issues

Based on contaminants detected in this report, these systems are worth considering:

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PFAS / Forever Chemicals
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Arsenic
Whole-house systems with certified arsenic-reduction media.
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Nitrates / Nitrites
Reverse osmosis systems that reduce nitrates to safe levels.
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Chlorine / Disinfection Byproducts
Whole-house carbon filters that eliminate chlorine taste, odor, and DBPs.
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Bacteria / Pathogens
UV sterilizers and certified filtration to eliminate harmful bacteria and pathogens.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mart tap water safe to drink?

City Of Mart is required to meet EPA federal drinking water standards. However, meeting legal standards is not the same as being contaminant-free. Trace levels of disinfection byproducts, PFAS compounds, and other regulated contaminants are common in US municipal water systems.

Does Mart water have PFAS?

PFAS monitoring data for this utility may not yet be published in EPA databases. We recommend a reverse osmosis system for maximum protection regardless of local results.

What water filter works best for Mart?

A whole-house carbon block filter removes chlorine, chloramines, and many VOCs. For PFAS, arsenic, and nitrates, a reverse osmosis under-sink system provides the highest reduction rates. Take our free 2-minute quiz to find the right system for your home and budget.

Data sourced from EPA SDWIS and UCMR5 federal databases. PureWaterGuys.com is not affiliated with any municipal water utility. Contact your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) for complete local data.

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