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Baytown, TX
CITY OF BAYTOWN

Is Baytown tap water safe to drink?

Higher concern
Last tested: January 2025
Action Advised
Source: Official EPA UCMR5 federal monitoring data | Last tested January 2025

Can you drink the tap water in Baytown?

Baytown tap water has 10 contaminants above EPA guidelines, including PFPeA at 3,4× the limit (tested January 2025). See the full compound-by-compound breakdown and filter recommendations.

Recommended for Baytown tap water
Water filter for Baytown tap water: Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
Pitcher filter
Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
NSF-certified dual-layer filtration reduces 70+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, chlorine, microplastics, and bacteria.
Contaminants above EPA limits detected in Baytown. Fastest way to reduce exposure.
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The health risk for Baytown

PFAS ('forever chemicals') have been detected above EPA limits in this water system's most recent tests. These synthetic chemicals do not break down in the body and are linked to a range of health effects. A certified filter is strongly recommended.
  • PFBS, PFHpA, PFOS, PFPeA above limit.
PFPeA concentration (µg/L) January 2025
0 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 0.02 µg/L
0.010 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
0.003 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
240% above limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 0.003 µg/L | Your water: 0.010 µg/L
Certified Filters for Baytown Tap Water

PFPeA (a PFAS 'forever chemical') was detected above EPA limits. These filters are independently certified to reduce common drinking-water contaminants.

Water filter recommendation for Baytown tap water: Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
Pitcher filter
Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
NSF-certified dual-layer filtration reduces 70+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, chlorine, microplastics, and bacteria.
Best for renters or quick setup. No installation needed.
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Water filter recommendation for Baytown tap water: Waterdrop G3P600 Reverse Osmosis System
Under-sink RO system
Waterdrop G3P600 Reverse Osmosis System
8-stage tankless RO system certified to NSF/ANSI 58, reduces 1,000+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, arsenic, fluoride, and nitrates.
Best for homeowners. Heavy-duty filtration for long-term protection.
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Most elevated compounds
Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFPeA
Tested: January 2024 · Baytown Area Water Authority		 0.010 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 240% above limit
PFPeA
Tested: January 2024 · City of Baytown		 0.010 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 237% above limit
PFBS
Tested: December 2024 · EXXON MOBIL BAYTOWN REFINERY		 0.007 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 133% above limit
PFPeA
Tested: December 2024 · EXXON MOBIL BAYTOWN REFINERY		 0.005 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 73% above limit
PFBS
Tested: January 2024 · Baytown Area Water Authority		 0.005 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 70% above limit
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Baytown Area Water Authority · Tested: January 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFPeA 0.010 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 240% above limit
PFBS 0.005 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 70% above limit
PFOS 0.006 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 47% above limit
PFHpA 0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 7% above limit
PFHxS 0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L 45% of limit
PFHxA 0.009 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.3% of limit
PFBA 0.010 µg/L 6 µg/L 0.2% of limit
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 µg/L Below limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFOA <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

City of Baytown · Tested: January 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFPeA 0.010 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 237% above limit
PFBS 0.005 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 57% above limit
PFOS 0.006 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 45% above limit
PFHpA 0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 3% above limit
PFHxS 0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L 44% of limit
PFHxA 0.009 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.3% of limit
PFBA 0.012 µg/L 6 µg/L 0.2% of limit
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 µg/L Below limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFOA <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

EXXON MOBIL BAYTOWN REFINERY · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFBS 0.007 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 133% above limit
PFPeA 0.005 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 73% above limit
PFHxA 0.005 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.2% of limit
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 µg/L Below limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFHxS <0.003 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFBA <0.005 µg/L 6 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFOA <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFOS <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
Primary source EPA UCMR5 (2023-2025)
Guideline source EPA drinking water standard (PFPeA: 0,003 µg/L)
Last tested January 2025
Last page update 2026-03-31

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