C41/100
HIALEAH GARDENS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 22,200 people · Florida
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
—
System ID
FL4134365
Violations
13
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.010 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 241.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
3
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
TIER 3Unresolved
Monitoring Violation
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 HIALEAH GARDENS
Is HIALEAH GARDENS water safe to drink?
HIALEAH GARDENS water receives a grade of C (41/100), which is considered fair. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 13 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HIALEAH GARDENS detected?
66 contaminants were tested in HIALEAH GARDENS's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HIALEAH GARDENS have any EPA violations?
Yes, HIALEAH GARDENS has 13 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MON, MR. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does HIALEAH GARDENS serve?
HIALEAH GARDENS serves approximately 22,200 people, Florida. The system provides water to 1 community: Hialeah Gardens.
What type of water does HIALEAH GARDENS provide?
HIALEAH GARDENS sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is FL4134365.
How does HIALEAH GARDENS compare to other utilities in Florida?
HIALEAH GARDENS scores 41/100 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.