D34/100
HCWRC/NORTHWEST UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 208,982 people · Florida
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
FL6290388
Violations
12
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.49 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 630.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 2003.
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 HCWRC/NORTHWEST UTILITIES
Is HCWRC/NORTHWEST UTILITIES water safe to drink?
HCWRC/NORTHWEST UTILITIES water receives a grade of D (34/100), which is considered poor. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 12 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HCWRC/NORTHWEST UTILITIES detected?
77 contaminants were tested in HCWRC/NORTHWEST UTILITIES's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HCWRC/NORTHWEST UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, HCWRC/NORTHWEST UTILITIES has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2003. Violation types include MR, MCL. 10 are health-based violations.
How many people does HCWRC/NORTHWEST UTILITIES serve?
HCWRC/NORTHWEST UTILITIES serves approximately 208,982 people, Florida. The system provides water to 1 community: Tampa.
What type of water does HCWRC/NORTHWEST UTILITIES provide?
HCWRC/NORTHWEST UTILITIES 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 FL6290388.
How does HCWRC/NORTHWEST UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Florida?
HCWRC/NORTHWEST UTILITIES scores 34/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Florida state page for a full comparison of water systems.