D35/100
HCWRD/SOUTH-CENTRAL — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 473,500 people · Florida
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
FL6290787
Violations
16
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 370.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
PFOS | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 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 HCWRD/SOUTH-CENTRAL
Is HCWRD/SOUTH-CENTRAL water safe to drink?
HCWRD/SOUTH-CENTRAL water receives a grade of D (35/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 16 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HCWRD/SOUTH-CENTRAL detected?
76 contaminants were tested in HCWRD/SOUTH-CENTRAL's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HCWRD/SOUTH-CENTRAL have any EPA violations?
Yes, HCWRD/SOUTH-CENTRAL has 16 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2003. Violation types include MCL, MR. 10 are health-based violations.
How many people does HCWRD/SOUTH-CENTRAL serve?
HCWRD/SOUTH-CENTRAL serves approximately 473,500 people, Florida. The system provides water to 1 community: Lithia.
What type of water does HCWRD/SOUTH-CENTRAL provide?
HCWRD/SOUTH-CENTRAL 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 FL6290787.
How does HCWRD/SOUTH-CENTRAL compare to other utilities in Florida?
HCWRD/SOUTH-CENTRAL scores 35/100 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.