A82/100
LAKE WORTH BEACH UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 48,000 people · Florida
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
—
System ID
FL4500773
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.012 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 772.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
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 LAKE WORTH BEACH UTILITIES
Is LAKE WORTH BEACH UTILITIES water safe to drink?
LAKE WORTH BEACH UTILITIES water receives a grade of A (82/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 3 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has LAKE WORTH BEACH UTILITIES detected?
66 contaminants were tested in LAKE WORTH BEACH UTILITIES's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LAKE WORTH BEACH UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, LAKE WORTH BEACH UTILITIES has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR.
How many people does LAKE WORTH BEACH UTILITIES serve?
LAKE WORTH BEACH UTILITIES serves approximately 48,000 people, Florida. The system provides water to 1 community: Lake Worth Beach.
What type of water does LAKE WORTH BEACH UTILITIES provide?
LAKE WORTH BEACH 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 FL4500773.
How does LAKE WORTH BEACH UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Florida?
LAKE WORTH BEACH UTILITIES scores 82/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Florida state page for a full comparison of water systems.