Montgomery, TX 77316

5 water systems5,364 residents

Moderate water quality - consider filtration

C

Score: 50/100

Graded on EPA violations, contaminants, severity, compliance, and enforcement history. See methodology.

Data updated June 2026 • Sources: EPA ECHO and EPA Envirofacts

44

Contaminants Detected

328

Violations on Record

48

Health-Based Violations

0

Recent Violations

Grade Breakdown

Contaminant Count0 / 25
Violation History17 / 25
Contaminant Severity13 / 25
System Compliance3 / 15
Enforcement History0 / 10
Total Score50%

50 / 100 points

Recommended Water Filters

  • Point-of-Use Carbon Filter (NSF-certified for lead)
  • Reverse Osmosis or Ion Exchange Filter
  • Ultraviolet (UV) Purification
  • Activated Carbon Filter (disinfection byproducts)
Compare filter types in our Filter Guide →

Consult a water quality specialist for personalized recommendations.

Montgomery vs TX & National Average

Detected Contaminants

44 contaminants detected across water systems serving this ZIP code

ContaminantCategory
NitrateAgricultural
TTHMDisinfection Byproduct
Lead and Copper RuleHeavy Metal
Coliform (TCR)Microorganism
E. COLIMicroorganism
Revised Total Coliform RuleMicroorganism
1,1,1-TrichloroethaneOther
1,1,2-TrichloroethaneOther
1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANEOther
1,2-DichloropropaneOther
2,4-DOther
2,4,5-TPOther
AldicarbOther
Aldicarb sulfoneOther
Aldicarb sulfoxideOther
CarbofuranOther
ChlorineOther
Consumer Confidence RuleOther
DalaponOther
DICHLOROMETHANEOther
DinosebOther
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDEOther
OXAMYLOther
PicloramOther
Public NoticeOther
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)Radiological
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and URadiological
1,1-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
1,2-DichloroethaneVolatile Organic
1,2,4-TrichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
BenzeneVolatile Organic
Carbon tetrachlorideVolatile Organic
CHLOROBENZENEVolatile Organic
cis-1,2-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
EthylbenzeneVolatile Organic
o-DichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
p-DichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
StyreneVolatile Organic
TetrachloroethyleneVolatile Organic
TolueneVolatile Organic
trans-1,2-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
TrichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
Vinyl chlorideVolatile Organic
Xylenes, TotalVolatile Organic

Water System Information

Systems Serving This ZIP:
MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUD 209, SADDLE & SURREY ACRES WSC, PINE LAKE SUBDIVISION NORTH WSC, KEENAN WSC, CITY OF MONTGOMERY
Population Served:
5,364
Systems With Violations:
4 of 5
Major Violations:
128
Enforcement Actions:
312

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the grade mean?

Our A–F grade ranks this ZIP code's water quality against every other analyzed ZIP in the country, based on EPA data. A = among the best, F = among the most troubled.

Is my tap water safe to drink?

Water systems regulated by the EPA must comply with Safe Drinking Water Act standards. However, if you're concerned about water quality, consider a water filter appropriate for your contaminants.

How often is the data updated?

We update our data quarterly with the latest EPA ECHO and Envirofacts data. Historical violations are tracked to identify patterns.

What filters do you recommend?

Filter recommendations are based on detected contaminants in your area. See our Filter Guide for detailed information about different filter types.