Tap water quality for ZIP 78575

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

What this means for you in ZIP 78575

Is it safe to drink right now?
Based on the latest EPA data, Olmito WSC 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?
Optional. Nothing in this data strongly calls for one. Many people still filter for chlorine taste and odor.
What kind of filter?
For taste and odor (chlorine/chloramine), an NSF/ANSI 42 pitcher or faucet filter is enough. See matched standards and product picks.

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.

Shown for the largest system linked to this ZIP. Check your water bill to confirm your provider.

Filters matched to Olmito WSC

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.

PFOS

NSF/ANSI 53 (PFOA/PFOS claim)NSF/ANSI 58 (RO)
Aquasana Claryum or OptimH2O (PFAS claim) ~$100–350
Aquasana under-sink lineup; must list PFOA/PFOS on the certificate — check before buying.
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Clearly Filtered Pitcher (PFAS claim) ~$110
Pitcher option with published PFAS reduction claims; verify NSF/IAPMO listing.
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Waterdrop G3 / G3P600 RO ~$300–500
Tankless RO; RO broadly reduces nitrate, fluoride, arsenic and many PFAS — confirm the certificate lists yours.
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PFAS (other)

NSF/ANSI 58 (RO, total PFAS claim)NSF/ANSI 53 (check claim)
RO system with total-PFAS claim ~$300–600
Prefer units whose NSF/ANSI 58 listing covers total PFAS or named PFAS.
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Certified filter (check contaminant list) varies
Open the NSF listing and confirm the exact chemical before you buy.
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Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM)

NSF/ANSI 53 (VOC claim)
Carbon block undersink (VOC claim) ~$80–150
Choose a filter whose NSF/ANSI 53 certificate lists VOCs / TTHM.
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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

B

Olmito WSC

Serves 8,952 people · Surface water · Full report →
1 health-based violation in the last 5 years; PFAS tested (UCMR 5), none above federal limits; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2025).
A

City of Los Fresnos

Serves 6,009 people · Surface water · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 1 monitoring/reporting violation; PFAS tested (UCMR 5), none above federal limits; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2023).
A

Valley MUD 2 Rancho Viejo

Serves 3,644 people · Surface water · 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 (2024).
D

Town of Indian Lake

Serves 888 people · Surface water · Full report →
8 health-based violations in the last 5 years; 3 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2023).
B

Southmost Regional Water Authority

Population not reported (often a wholesaler) · Groundwater · Full report →
1 health-based violation in the last 5 years; 2 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file.
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