A85/100
LAKELAND, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 193,297 people · Florida
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
FL6531014
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 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.
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 LAKELAND, CITY OF
Is LAKELAND, CITY OF water safe to drink?
LAKELAND, CITY OF water receives a grade of A (85/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 73 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has LAKELAND, CITY OF detected?
73 contaminants were tested in LAKELAND, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LAKELAND, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, LAKELAND, CITY OF has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MON, MR, Other. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does LAKELAND, CITY OF serve?
LAKELAND, CITY OF serves approximately 193,297 people, Florida. The system provides water to 1 community: Lakeland.
What type of water does LAKELAND, CITY OF provide?
LAKELAND, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is FL6531014.
How does LAKELAND, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Florida?
LAKELAND, CITY OF scores 85/100 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.