A96/100
CITY OF TAMPA WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 733,886 people · Florida
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
FL6290327
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
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 2006.
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 TAMPA WATER DEPARTMENT
Is CITY OF TAMPA WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
CITY OF TAMPA WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of A (96/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CITY OF TAMPA WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
76 contaminants were tested in CITY OF TAMPA WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF TAMPA WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF TAMPA WATER DEPARTMENT has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2006. Violation types include Other.
How many people does CITY OF TAMPA WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
CITY OF TAMPA WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 733,886 people, Florida. The system provides water to 1 community: Tampa.
What type of water does CITY OF TAMPA WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
CITY OF TAMPA WATER DEPARTMENT 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 FL6290327.
How does CITY OF TAMPA WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Florida?
CITY OF TAMPA WATER DEPARTMENT scores 96/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Florida state page for a full comparison of water systems.