C59/100
DELRAY BEACH PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 69,754 people · Florida
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
FL4500351
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.029 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.014 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 350.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
3
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Missed required monitoring deadline
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
TIER 3Unresolved
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.
TIER 3Unresolved
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.
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 DELRAY BEACH PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM
Is DELRAY BEACH PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
DELRAY BEACH PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (59/100), 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 DELRAY BEACH PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM detected?
73 contaminants were tested in DELRAY BEACH PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does DELRAY BEACH PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, DELRAY BEACH PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, MR, MON. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does DELRAY BEACH PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM serve?
DELRAY BEACH PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 69,754 people, Florida. The system provides water to 1 community: Delray Beach.
What type of water does DELRAY BEACH PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM provide?
DELRAY BEACH PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is FL4500351.
How does DELRAY BEACH PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Florida?
DELRAY BEACH PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM scores 59/100 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.