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Is Panorama Village, TX Tap Water Safe to Drink?

Graded A-, with 5 unresolved violations on record. See what was cited — and what it means for your tap. What to do next ↓

3K residents served 1 water system PWSID: TX1700026
Overall Score
85.8 / 100
Violations
5 active
Last Updated
May 2026
Source
Groundwater
#179 of 1067 in Texas Top 33% nationally
Local Government
Moderate data confidence
Reviewed by WaterVerge Editorial Team · Last updated May 2026
A-GRADE
Water Quality Grade
85.8/100
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A- 85.8/100

Panorama Village, TX — Water Quality Report

Panorama Village's drinking water received a grade of A- (85.8 out of 100), indicating good water quality. The city's 1 water system serves approximately 2,800 residents using groundwater.

Lead levels were measured at 0.0 ppb (90th percentile), well within EPA limits. This system has not yet been tested for PFAS under the EPA UCMR 5 program.

The system has 7 violations on record, including 1 health-based violation. 5 remain unresolved.

Data last updated: May 2026 · Source: EPA SDWIS, UCMR 5
Analysis

What to know about Panorama Village's water

Panorama Village ranks #179 out of 1067 cities in Texas for water quality, placing it above average in the state.

Panorama Village relies on groundwater, which is generally less vulnerable to surface contamination but can be affected by naturally occurring minerals like arsenic and nitrate, as well as agricultural and industrial runoff.

As a small community water system, Panorama Village may have fewer resources for advanced treatment technologies and infrastructure upgrades compared to larger utilities.

Quality Breakdown

Water quality score

See methodology →
85.8 out of 100 Grade A-
A: 90-100
B: 74-89
C: 60-73
F: <50
How is this calculated?
Violations
43.8/45
A
Historical violation record including health-based and monitoring violations.
Lead & Copper
20/20
A
Lead at 0.0 ppb (90th percentile).
Contaminants
17/20
B
PFAS + legacy contaminant analysis.
Compliance
0/10
F
Monitoring and reporting compliance with EPA regulations.
Source Risk
5/5
A
Water source: Groundwater.
Water Safety

Is Panorama Village, TX water safe to drink?

Concerns Identified

Panorama Village's drinking water has significant quality concerns based on EPA testing data. With a grade of A- (85.8/100), the system has issues across multiple categories. A water filter is recommended for all residents. The city's 1 water system serves approximately 2,800 residents using groundwater (wells).

5
Active Violations
0.0 ppb
Lead (90th %ile)
10 events
Disaster History

Recent water quality updates for Panorama Village

A timeline of significant water quality events, violations, and data updates.

Update
Water quality data updated

Latest EPA compliance and testing data incorporated into Panorama Village's water quality assessment. Grade: A- (85.8/100).

Disaster
HURRICANE BERYL

Federal disaster declaration (FEMA DR-4798). Hurricane event — may have impacted local water infrastructure.

Disaster
SEVERE STORMS, STRAIGHT-LINE WINDS, TORNADOES, AND FLOODING

Federal disaster declaration (FEMA DR-4781). Flood event — may have impacted local water infrastructure.

Violation
2 drinking water violations recorded

Contaminants: Revised Total Coliform Rule, Public Notice.

Violation
1 drinking water violation recorded

Contaminants: Lead and Copper Rule.

Violation
1 drinking water violation recorded

Contaminants: Public Notice.

Key contaminant findings

Based on the most recent EPA sampling data for Panorama Village's water supply.

Lead Within Limits
Detected: 0.0 ppb Limit: 15 ppb (EPA Action Level)

Well within EPA limits.

Violation history

Panorama Village's water system has 7 total violations on record, including 1 health-based violation. 5 remain unresolved.

MONOtherMRMCL
Most recent violations:
Jul 2019 Revised Total Coliform Rule Resolved
Jul 2019 Public Notice Open
Dec 2014 Lead and Copper Rule Open
Nov 2012 Public Notice Open
Jul 2012 E. COLI Open

Flood & environmental risk

Montgomery County has experienced 10 federally declared disasters since 2008. Flooding and severe storms can overwhelm water treatment plants, cause sewage overflows, and introduce agricultural runoff, bacteria, and sediment into drinking water supplies. Local water sources include Lk Conroe Nr Conroe, W Fk San Jacinto Rv Bl Lk Conroe Nr Conroe, W Fk San Jacinto Rv At Fm 2854, Conroe, Alligator Ck At Tx 105, Conroe, Lake Ck At Sendera Ranch Rd Nr Conroe.

HURRICANE BERYL
Hurricane FEMA DR-4798
SEVERE STORMS, STRAIGHT-LINE WINDS, TORNADOES, AND FLOODING
Flood FEMA DR-4781
TROPICAL STORMS MARCO AND LAURA
Hurricane FEMA DR-3540

Where does Panorama Village's water come from?

Panorama Village's drinking water comes from groundwater (wells), supplied by 1 water system serving approximately 2,800 people. Groundwater is generally less susceptible to surface contamination but can contain naturally occurring contaminants like arsenic, radon, and nitrate. Nearby water bodies include Lk Conroe Nr Conroe (lake), W Fk San Jacinto Rv Bl Lk Conroe Nr Conroe (river), W Fk San Jacinto Rv At Fm 2854, Conroe (river), Alligator Ck At Tx 105, Conroe (river), Lake Ck At Sendera Ranch Rd Nr Conroe (river).

What Panorama Village residents can do

Install a water filter

Recommended: NSF-certified water filter. This addresses the specific contaminants found in Panorama Village's water.

Request your utility's CCR

Your water utility is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) with detailed testing results. Ask for the latest copy or check your utility's website.

Monitor alerts during storms

Panorama Village's area has a history of flooding. After severe weather, watch for boil water advisories from your local utility.

Data: EPA SDWIS, UCMR 5 (PFAS), FEMA, NOAA. Last updated May 2026.

Contaminant Alerts

Top contaminants to know

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Lead (90th percentile)
Inorganic / Heavy Metal
Safe
0.0 ppb
EPA Action Level: 15 ppb · 0% of limit
Safe Level
Compliance Record

Violation summary

7
Total violations
1
Health-based
5
Active / unresolved
Jul 2019
Most recent violation
Compliance Record

Violations & advisories

7 Total
5 Active
1 Health-based
2 Resolved
Violations by category
Public Notice Rule and Revised PN Rule
2
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1
Lead and Copper Rule
1
Ground Water Rule
1
Total Coliform Rule
1
Jul 2019 Active
Public Notice
Other Violation 0
Dec 2014 Active
Lead and Copper Rule
Monitoring & Reporting
Monitoring & Reporting 0
Nov 2012 Active
Public Notice
Other Violation 0
Jul 2012 Active
E. COLI
Monitoring & Reporting
Monitoring & Reporting 0
Active
Compliance Violation
Monitoring 0
Jul 2019 Resolved
Revised Total Coliform Rule
Monitoring
Monitoring Resolved Jul 2019
Jul 1991 Resolved
Coliform (TCR)
Max Contaminant Level
Health-Based Health Resolved Jul 1991
Industrial pollution

Top industrial polluters within 10 miles of Panorama Village

Industrial polluters nearby

Reported releases to surface water by facilities near Panorama Village, ranked by pounds discharged annually.

Total reported releases to surface water: 43 lbs

FacilityTop chemicalTo surface water (lbs/yr)Distance
HUNTSMAN PETROCHEMICAL LLC
Chemicals · HUNTSMAN CORP
CONROE, TX77301
Nickel417.8 mi
CST COVERS
Fabricated Metals · SOLACE CAPITAL PARTNERS LLC
CONROE, TX77301
Lead24.1 mi
HILAND DAIRY FOODS LLC
Food · PRAIRIE FARMS DAIRY INC
CONROE, TX77301
4.9 mi
MAVERICK TUBE LLC DBA TENARISCONROE
Primary Metals · TENARIS
CONROE, TX77301
6.8 mi
BALL METAL BEVERAGE CONTAINER CORP
Fabricated Metals · BALL CORP
CONROE, TX77303
2.5 mi

Source: EPA Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) 2023

Site context

Superfund sites within 10 miles of Panorama Village

Superfund sites nearby

Federally tracked hazardous-waste sites on the EPA National Priorities List. Proximity does not necessarily indicate tap-water contamination — the connection depends on hydrology and treatment.

Source: EPA Superfund National Priorities List

Environmental Risk

Drought conditions

D2 — severe drought

Montgomery County is currently in D2 (severe drought) per the U.S. Drought Monitor (week of May 5, 2026). Drought can elevate disinfection-byproduct (TTHM/HAA5) levels and taste/odor issues as utilities draw from lower reservoirs.

14
Weeks at D2+ (current streak)
13.3%
Months in D2+ (last 30y)
14
Weeks at D2+ (last 5y)

Source: U.S. Drought Monitor, updated weekly by NDMC, USDA, and NOAA.

Environmental Risk

Flood & disaster history

10
Declared disasters
Jul 2024
Most recent
Hurricane
Most common type

Montgomery County has experienced 10 federally declared disasters since 2008. Flooding and severe weather can compromise water treatment infrastructure and introduce contaminants into drinking water supplies.

Jul 2024
HURRICANE BERYL
Hurricane FEMA #4798
May 2024
SEVERE STORMS, STRAIGHT-LINE WINDS, TORNADOES, AND FLOODING
Flood FEMA #4781
Aug 2020
TROPICAL STORMS MARCO AND LAURA
Hurricane FEMA #3540
Oct 2019
TROPICAL STORM IMELDA
Flood FEMA #4466
Aug 2017
HURRICANE HARVEY
Hurricane FEMA #4332
Jun 2016
SEVERE STORMS AND FLOODING
Flood FEMA #4272

Full contaminants report

Contaminant Detected Level EPA Limit Unit Category Status
Lead (90th percentile) 0.0 15 ppb Inorganic Safe
Data source: EPA SDWIS, UCMR 5, local utility CCR.

Lead level trend (90th percentile)

EPA action level: 15 ppb
Lead has decreased by 2.4 ppb from 1993 (2.4 ppb) to 2023 (0.0 ppb).
Contaminant Rankings

See how Panorama Village compares by contaminant

Explore where Panorama Village ranks among all Texas cities for specific contaminants.

Infrastructure

Water source & infrastructure

Primary Source
Groundwater
Operator
Local Government
Population Served
2,800
Water Systems
1
Water Source

Where Panorama Village's water comes from

Groundwater

Panorama Village's drinking water is drawn from underground aquifers through wells.

Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil layers, generally requiring less treatment than surface water. However, it can contain naturally occurring contaminants like arsenic, radon, and minerals.

Agricultural activity, septic systems, and industrial operations near well fields can introduce nitrates, pesticides, and volatile organic compounds.

The system is operated by local government ownership and serves approximately 2,800 people through 1 water system.

Local Hydrology

Water bodies near Panorama Village

Panorama Village is located near 5 notable water bodies. These water bodies contribute to the regional watershed and may indirectly affect groundwater quality.

Lk Conroe Nr Conroe
lake
W Fk San Jacinto Rv Bl Lk Conroe Nr Conroe
river
W Fk San Jacinto Rv At Fm 2854, Conroe
river
Alligator Ck At Tx 105, Conroe
river
Lake Ck At Sendera Ranch Rd Nr Conroe
river
Infrastructure

Water systems serving Panorama Village

System Name PWSID Population Source
CITY OF PANORAMA VILLAGE TX1700026 2,800 GW
Regional Comparison

How Panorama Village compares

Full Texas rankings →

Panorama Village's score of 85.8/100 is above the average of 46/100 among major Texas cities. It outscores 9 of 10 nearby cities.

Panorama Village (this city)
85.8
Houston
27.8
Austin
31.2
Dallas
36.2
Fort Worth
34.5
Texas avg
46
City Profile

About Panorama Village, TX

Wikipedia →

Panorama Village is a city in Montgomery County, Texas, United States.

Economic Profile
$74,107
Median Income
$238,008
Median Home Value
$1,449/mo
Median Rent
1.6%
Unemployment
Community
53.5
Median Age
902
People / sq mi
34.3%
College Educated
90.9%
Homeownership
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Frequently asked questions

Is Panorama Village, TX tap water safe to drink?

Panorama Village's water quality earned a grade of A- (85.8/100). The water generally meets EPA standards and is considered safe for consumption. The city ranks #179 out of 1067 cities tested in Texas.

What contaminants are in Panorama Village's water?

Lead was measured at 0.0 ppb (90th percentile). 7 violations are on record.

How is Panorama Village's water quality grade calculated?

The grade is based on four factors: violation history (40%), lead and copper levels (25%), PFAS contamination (25%), and regulatory compliance (10%). The score is also adjusted based on how complete the available data is. See our methodology page for full details.

Do I need a water filter in Panorama Village?

Based on current data, basic filtration should suffice for additional peace of mind.

Where does Panorama Village's water come from?

Panorama Village's water is sourced from Groundwater. The city has 1 water system serving approximately 2,800 residents.

What health violations has Panorama Village's water system had?

Panorama Village has 1 health-based violation on record. The most recent violation was recorded in July 2019. Health-based violations mean the water exceeded EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) for a regulated substance. 5 violations remain unresolved.

Is Panorama Village's groundwater at risk of contamination?

Panorama Village uses groundwater, which can be affected by naturally occurring contaminants like arsenic, radon, and nitrate, as well as agricultural runoff and industrial activity. The system has 7 violations on record that may relate to groundwater quality. Groundwater systems are generally less susceptible to surface contamination but should be monitored for emerging contaminants like PFAS.

How does Panorama Village's water compare to other cities?

Panorama Village ranks #179 out of 1067 cities in Texas (better than 83% of state cities) and #5100 out of 15744 cities nationally (68th percentile). The grade of A- reflects the combined assessment of violation history, lead and copper levels, PFAS contamination, and regulatory compliance.

Does Panorama Village's small water system affect quality?

Panorama Village's system serves approximately 2,800 residents. Small community water systems (under 3,300 people) may have fewer financial resources for infrastructure upgrades and advanced treatment technologies. However, they are held to the same EPA drinking water standards as larger systems. This system has 7 violations on record.