Tap water quality for ZIP 77414

3 community water systems linked to this ZIP, largest first.

What this means for you in ZIP 77414

Is it safe to drink right now?
Based on the latest EPA data, City of Bay City has no unresolved health-based violations from the past year. Water that meets federal standards is generally considered safe to drink for most healthy people.
Should I use a filter?
It's worth considering. City of Bay City has a D because of its violation record over the past 5 years (7 health-based), even though nothing is flagged as unresolved in the last year. A filter matched to the contaminants in its violation history is a reasonable precaution.
What kind of filter?
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This is general information from public EPA data, not medical advice. Lead often comes from a home’s own pipes, so only a test of your tap can tell your exposure. If you are pregnant, caring for an infant, or have a weakened immune system, ask your doctor or health department.

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Filters matched to City of Bay City

FILTER PICKS

Look for filters certified (NSF, IAPMO or WQA) to these standards for the specific contaminant. Buttons open the maker’s page or an Amazon search; use “Check NSF listing” to verify a model’s claims. No affiliate links yet — grades are never sold.

Coliform/E. coli

NSF/ANSI 55 Class A (UV)Boil water notice—follow utility
Class A UV disinfection system ~$100–400
Only after any boil-water notice is lifted; UV does not remove chemicals.
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Arsenic

NSF/ANSI 58 (RO, arsenic claim)NSF/ANSI 53 (arsenic claim)
RO with arsenic reduction claim ~$200–500
Confirm arsenic is on the NSF/ANSI 58 certificate.
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Arsenic-rated carbon / adsorptive filter varies
Must specifically claim arsenic on the NSF certificate.
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Chlorine/chloramine taste

NSF/ANSI 42
Aquasana Clean Water Pitcher ~$35
Pitcher for chlorine taste/odor; check the NSF/ANSI 42 listing for the exact model.
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Brita Elite Filter ~$20–40
Common faucet/pitcher option; confirm the 42 claim on the box.
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Annual water quality report

Utilities must publish a Consumer Confidence Report every year by July 1. Find it on the utility’s website or ask them directly; EPA explains how. · Full report →

Water systems for this ZIP

D

City of Bay City

Serves 18,061 people · Groundwater · Full report →
7 health-based violations in the last 5 years; 7 monitoring/reporting violations; 2 not yet resolved; PFAS tested (UCMR 5), none above federal limits; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2025).
A

Wadsworth WSC

Serves 570 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2023).
C

Frost Mobile Home Park

Serves 84 people · Groundwater · Full report →
1 health-based violation in the last 5 years; 26 monitoring/reporting violations; 22 not yet resolved; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Latest lead 90th percentile on file is from 2017 (older than 5 years, not graded).
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