C54/100
DELAND, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 50,910 people · Florida
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
FL3640286
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Violation related to E. coli (RTCR)
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
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 DELAND, CITY OF
Is DELAND, CITY OF water safe to drink?
DELAND, CITY OF water receives a grade of C (54/100), which is considered fair. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 15 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has DELAND, CITY OF detected?
66 contaminants were tested in DELAND, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does DELAND, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, DELAND, CITY OF has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does DELAND, CITY OF serve?
DELAND, CITY OF serves approximately 50,910 people, Florida. The system provides water to 1 community: Deland.
What type of water does DELAND, CITY OF provide?
DELAND, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is FL3640286.
How does DELAND, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Florida?
DELAND, CITY OF scores 54/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Florida state page for a full comparison of water systems.