A88/100
LEESBURG/HIGHLAND LAKES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,444 people · Florida
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
FL3354869
Violations
9
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2021.
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 LEESBURG/HIGHLAND LAKES
Is LEESBURG/HIGHLAND LAKES water safe to drink?
LEESBURG/HIGHLAND LAKES water receives a grade of A (88/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has LEESBURG/HIGHLAND LAKES detected?
1 contaminants were tested in LEESBURG/HIGHLAND LAKES's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LEESBURG/HIGHLAND LAKES have any EPA violations?
Yes, LEESBURG/HIGHLAND LAKES has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does LEESBURG/HIGHLAND LAKES serve?
LEESBURG/HIGHLAND LAKES serves approximately 2,444 people, Florida. The system provides water to 1 community: Leesburg.
What type of water does LEESBURG/HIGHLAND LAKES provide?
LEESBURG/HIGHLAND LAKES sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is FL3354869.
How does LEESBURG/HIGHLAND LAKES compare to other utilities in Florida?
LEESBURG/HIGHLAND LAKES scores 88/100 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.