PFAS Contamination in Texas
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Texas monitors 0 PFAS contamination sites, with concentrations near military bases, petrochemical facilities, and airports. The state's vast geography and industrial activity create diverse contamination challenges.
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Get a Free Assessment →Texas faces widespread PFAS contamination from numerous military installations and the state's massive petrochemical industry. Kelly Air Force Base in San Antonio has created extensive contamination affecting the Edwards Aquifer, which supplies drinking water to over 2 million people in south-central Texas. Lackland Air Force Base and Randolph Air Force Base have additional contamination threatening regional water supplies and requiring comprehensive cleanup efforts.
The Houston Ship Channel industrial corridor has numerous petrochemical facilities that contribute to PFAS contamination through manufacturing processes and waste streams. Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport and other major airports have created additional contamination sources through AFFF use. Texas's vast agricultural economy faces particular risks from contaminated groundwater affecting livestock operations and crop irrigation across multiple regions.
Key Facts
- Kelly AFB contamination affects Edwards Aquifer serving 2+ million people
- Houston Ship Channel has numerous petrochemical industry PFAS sources
- Agricultural economy faces contamination risks across multiple regions
State Regulations
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality follows EPA guidelines and has established enhanced monitoring requirements for public water systems near military installations and industrial facilities. The state provides technical assistance for affected communities and agricultural operations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many PFAS contamination sites are in Texas?
Texas has 0 PFAS contamination sites tracked in our database, sourced from EPA data.
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