C49/100
FGUA / MACDILL — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 11,965 people · Florida
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
FL6296193
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.61 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 FGUA / MACDILL
Is FGUA / MACDILL water safe to drink?
FGUA / MACDILL water receives a grade of C (49/100), which is considered fair. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 8 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has FGUA / MACDILL detected?
70 contaminants were tested in FGUA / MACDILL's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FGUA / MACDILL have any EPA violations?
Yes, FGUA / MACDILL has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MCL, MR. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does FGUA / MACDILL serve?
FGUA / MACDILL serves approximately 11,965 people, Florida. The system provides water to 1 community: Tampa.
What type of water does FGUA / MACDILL provide?
FGUA / MACDILL sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is FL6296193.
How does FGUA / MACDILL compare to other utilities in Florida?
FGUA / MACDILL scores 49/100 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.