Buda’s Home for Water Treatment in Texas

Yes, Buda’s drinking water meets state and federal safety standards. However, tap water can still contain trace contaminants, disinfection byproducts, and naturally occurring minerals. Many homeowners choose to improve their water with filtration for better taste, odor, and overall quality.

Buda’s water supply comes from a combination of surface water and groundwater. About 70% comes from Canyon Lake through the Guadalupe River, treated at the San Marcos Surface Water Treatment Plant. The remaining supply comes from groundwater sources in the Edwards Aquifer. This blend can impact mineral levels and overall water characteristics.

Yes. Buda uses chlorine as a disinfectant to maintain safe drinking water. Levels averaged around 0.98 mg/L, with a range between 0.40 and 2.30 mg/L. While effective for disinfection, chlorine can contribute to taste and odor concerns.

Yes. Testing detected:

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5): up to 25 ppb
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHMs): up to 69 ppb

These byproducts form during the disinfection process. While the levels remain within regulatory limits, many homeowners choose filtration to reduce them further.

Yes, Buda’s water can be considered hard due to the mineral content from groundwater sources like the Edwards Aquifer. Hard water can lead to scale buildup on plumbing fixtures, reduced soap performance, and spotting on dishes.

Lead was detected at low levels, with a 90th percentile value of 1.3 ppb, which is below the action level. Lead is typically introduced through household plumbing materials rather than the water source itself, meaning conditions can vary from home to home.

No. Buda does not add fluoride to its water supply. Any fluoride present comes from naturally occurring groundwater sources, with levels measured around 0.2 ppm.

Testing identified small amounts of contaminants including nitrate, barium, and disinfection byproducts. Radiological elements such as combined radium and gross alpha were also detected at low levels. Trace organic compounds and herbicides, such as Dalapon, may also be present. These levels are within regulatory standards but can still impact taste and quality.

Yes. Testing under the UCMR 5 monitoring program detected trace levels of certain PFAS compounds in Buda’s water supply, including:

Many other PFAS compounds, including PFOA and PFOS, were not detected.

While these levels are low and within current health reference guidelines, PFAS are known as “forever chemicals” because they do not break down easily and can accumulate in the body over time. Ongoing research continues to evaluate their long-term health effects, and regulations are evolving across the country.

Because of this, many homeowners choose to reduce PFAS exposure with advanced filtration solutions, especially for drinking water.

Yes. Buda reported a monitoring-related violation under the Lead and Copper Rule. This occurred because one sample site was unintentionally duplicated, resulting in fewer than the required number of samples being collected during that period.

A professional water test is the best way to understand what is in your home’s water. Culligan offers solutions tailored to local conditions, including:

These systems help address both aesthetic concerns and overall water quality.

You can access the latest water quality information here.