Tap water quality for ZIP 78843
11 community water systems linked to this ZIP, largest first.
What this means for you in ZIP 78843
- Is it safe to drink right now?
- Based on the latest EPA data, Laughlin Air Force Base 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 Laughlin Air Force Base
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.
Lead
NSF/ANSI 53NSF/ANSI 58 (RO)Aquasana Claryum 3-Stage Under Sink ~$280–350
Under-sink carbon filter; check its listing for lead and PFOA/PFOS claims.
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Waterdrop Undersink WD-UA ~$80–120
Undersink carbon block; verify the specific contaminant claims.
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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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Chlorine/chloramine taste
NSF/ANSI 42Aquasana 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
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Laughlin Air Force Base
Serves 4,010 people · Surface water · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 5 monitoring/reporting violations; PFAS tested (UCMR 5), none above federal limits; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2025).
A
Del Rio Utilities Commission
Serves 36,506 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 (2024).
A
Lake Ridge Water System
Serves 1,300 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).
B
Holiday Trav L Park
Serves 660 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 5 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2023).
A
American Camp Ground
Serves 381 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 4 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2024).
D
Del Grande Mobile Home Park
Serves 288 people · Groundwater · Full report →
3 health-based violations in the last 5 years; 8 monitoring/reporting violations; 2 not yet resolved; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2025).
C
LA Caleta Estates
Serves 152 people · Groundwater · Full report →
1 health-based violation in the last 5 years; 6 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2024).
D
San Pedro Canyon Subdivision - Upper
Serves 150 people · Groundwater · Full report →
12 health-based violations in the last 5 years; 10 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2023).
B
San Pedro Village
Serves 138 people · Groundwater · Full report →
1 health-based violation in the last 5 years; 4 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2023).
A
Tierra Del Lago
Serves 81 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 1 monitoring/reporting violation; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2025).
B
Lago Vista Water System
Serves 72 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 27 monitoring/reporting violations; 5 not yet resolved; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2026).
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