B70/100
BAY COUNTY WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 40,848 people · Florida
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
FL1030050
Violations
12
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 317.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About BAY COUNTY WATER SYSTEM
Is BAY COUNTY WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
BAY COUNTY WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of B (70/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BAY COUNTY WATER SYSTEM detected?
69 contaminants were tested in BAY COUNTY WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BAY COUNTY WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, BAY COUNTY WATER SYSTEM has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MR, TT, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does BAY COUNTY WATER SYSTEM serve?
BAY COUNTY WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 40,848 people, Florida. The system provides water to 1 community: Panama City.
What type of water does BAY COUNTY WATER SYSTEM provide?
BAY COUNTY WATER SYSTEM sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is FL1030050.
How does BAY COUNTY WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Florida?
BAY COUNTY WATER SYSTEM scores 70/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Florida state page for a full comparison of water systems.