B68/100
CITY OF PALM COAST UTILITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 112,324 people · Florida
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
FL2180863
Violations
10
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 864.91 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – August 22, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2022 – July 28, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 CITY OF PALM COAST UTILITY
Is CITY OF PALM COAST UTILITY water safe to drink?
CITY OF PALM COAST UTILITY water receives a grade of B (68/100), which is considered good. Out of 73 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CITY OF PALM COAST UTILITY detected?
73 contaminants were tested in CITY OF PALM COAST UTILITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF PALM COAST UTILITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF PALM COAST UTILITY has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF PALM COAST UTILITY serve?
CITY OF PALM COAST UTILITY serves approximately 112,324 people, Florida. The system provides water to 1 community: Palm Coast.
What type of water does CITY OF PALM COAST UTILITY provide?
CITY OF PALM COAST UTILITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is FL2180863.
How does CITY OF PALM COAST UTILITY compare to other utilities in Florida?
CITY OF PALM COAST UTILITY scores 68/100 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.