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Utilities Summary for Brownsville, TX
Electric Companies:
2
Natural Gas Companies:
1
Water & Sewage Providers:
2
Garbage, Trash & Recycling Providers:
15
Municipal Electricity:
Yes
Brownsville Internet Connectivity
Broadband Availability
94.06%
Percent of population with access to speeds of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload
1 Gig Availability
5.99%
Percent of population with access to download speeds of 1 Gbps
Fiber Availability
5.99%
Percent of population with access to fiber Internet
Clean drinking water is essential for maintaining good health and overall well-being. Safe, contaminant-free water helps prevent the spread of diseases, supports proper hydration, and ensures the body's vital functions operate smoothly.
Brownsville's Primary Drinking Water Source:
Surface Water
Drinking Water Contaminant Levels
Lead
2.1 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
1,4-dioxane
0.2557 ppb
Health standard: 0.35 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Chlorate
156.125 ppb
Health standard: 210 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Chromium (total)
0.2314 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
100 ppb
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
19.4119 ppb
Health standard: 0.1 ppb
Legal limit:
60 ppb
Six Brominated Haloacetic Acids
22.235 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA9)
27.2478 ppb
Health standard: .06 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Lithium
41.85 ppb
Health standard: 9 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Molybdenum
6.74 ppb
Health standard: 40 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Strontium
1829.375 ppb
Health standard: 1.5 ppm
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Vanadium
1.995 ppb
Health standard: 21 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Contaminant Data Based on Averages of SDWA LCR Samples and UCMR 3, UCMR 4, and UCMR 5 Samples. Health standards are based on guidelines set by the EPA, WHO, or state health departments. Health standards are based on possible negative health side effects if that level of contaminant is exceeded. Legal limits are set and enforced by EPA regulations.
Yes, the state of Texas has deregulated electric utilities. Deregulation allows for multiple electric providers within each city and lets customers choose or switch to a provider or plan best fits their needs. Assuming your area has started allowing retail electric competition, you can choose between Magic Valley Electric Co-Op and Brownsville Public Utilities or any of the 2 electric providers available in Brownsville.
Can I choose my natural gas utility provider in Brownsville, TX?
No, Texas has not deregulated its natural gas utilities. The primary gas company in Brownsville is Texas Gas Service.
What is the average utility bill in Brownsville?
On average, the residents of Brownsville, TX pay around $340.00 total per month on utility bills including electric, gas, water and trash. That means people in Brownsville on average pay 106.8% more than the national average of $164.4 on utilities each month.
Does Brownsville offer municipal electricity services?
Yes, Brownsville Public Utilities Board is a municipal electric provider and supplies most residents of Brownsville with electricity. Most cities also offer essential municipal services like water, sewage treatment and wastewater disposal.
Who is the fastest internet provider in Brownsville?
Spectrum is the fastest internet service provider in Brownsville, offering speeds up to 1 Gbps.