Conroe
TX

Is Conroe, TX Tap Water Safe to Drink?

Conroe tap water meets federal Safe Drinking Water Act standards but 7 of 7 ZIP codes show detections above EPA health guidelines, primarily for lithium. A certified filter is recommended for households that want an additional layer of protection.

10Water systems
7ZIP codes
100%ZIPs above EPA guideline
Metro areaHouston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX
Latest data2025-10-16

Where Does Conroe Get Its Water?

Water in Conroe, TX is provided by 10 public water systems: CITY OF CONROE, TOWN OF CUT AND SHOOT, CARRIAGE HILLS, DOBBIN PLANTERSVILLE WSC 1, MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUD 112, MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUD 18, MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUD 39, MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUD 67, MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUD 7 and Montgomery Trace.

How Is Conroe Tap Water Treated?

Treated water is disinfected using chloramines and free chlorine. Treatment includes groundwater disinfection.

What's in Conroe Tap Water?

The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Conroe public water systems. 7 of 7 ZIP codes showed detections above EPA health guidelines.

ContaminantPeak detectedEPA guidelineZIPs detectedStatus
lithium 138 µg/L 10 µg/L 7 ZIPs Above guideline
PFTrDA 0.007 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
11Cl-PF3OUdS 0.005 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
HFPO-DA 0.005 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
6:2 FTS 0.005 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline

Health Risk Profile for Conroe

Based on EPA monitoring data, 7 of 7 ZIP codes in Conroe have recorded detections above EPA health guidelines. Sensitive populations such as infants, pregnant individuals, and those with weakened immune systems may benefit from an additional layer of protection such as a certified point-of-use filter.

Best Broad-Spectrum Filters for This Water Profile

This city profile includes PFAS detections, chlorine disinfection, and other dissolved contaminants. Reverse osmosis (RO) systems certified under NSF/ANSI 58 provide broad reduction coverage; for PFAS specifically, confirm NSF/ANSI P473 or equivalent PFAS reduction certification.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Conroe Tap Water

Is Conroe tap water safe to drink?

Conroe tap water meets Safe Drinking Water Act requirements but 7 of 7 ZIP codes show contaminant levels above EPA health-based guidelines. A certified point-of-use filter adds an extra layer of protection.

What contaminants are in Conroe tap water?

The most commonly detected contaminants in Conroe water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, 11Cl-PF3OUdS. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.

Where does Conroe get its drinking water?

Conroe receives water from 10 public water systems, including CITY OF CONROE.

Do I need a water filter in Conroe?

If your ZIP code is among those with detections above EPA health guidelines, choose a filter certified for the specific contaminants shown in your ZIP report. Reverse osmosis is generally the broadest option for PFAS, lithium, and many other dissolved contaminants.

How often is Conroe tap water tested?

Public water systems in Conroe are required by the EPA to test for regulated contaminants on schedules ranging from daily (for microbials and disinfectants) to annual or triennial (for many chemical contaminants). Results are published in annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The data on this page reflects the most recent available EPA monitoring results, with the latest sample date of 2025-10-16.

Tap water reports by ZIP in Conroe

Water utilities serving Conroe, TX

Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.

Modeled boundaries are shown with a dashed outline.

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