A83/100
MANATEE COUNTY UTILITIES DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 347,800 people · Florida
Water Source
Surface Water
County
—
System ID
FL6411132
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
strontium | 1700.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
chlorate | 230.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
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 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: September 1, 2022 – September 30, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 MANATEE COUNTY UTILITIES DEPT
Is MANATEE COUNTY UTILITIES DEPT water safe to drink?
MANATEE COUNTY UTILITIES DEPT water receives a grade of A (83/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 3 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MANATEE COUNTY UTILITIES DEPT detected?
76 contaminants were tested in MANATEE COUNTY UTILITIES DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), strontium, chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MANATEE COUNTY UTILITIES DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, MANATEE COUNTY UTILITIES DEPT has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MON, MCL, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does MANATEE COUNTY UTILITIES DEPT serve?
MANATEE COUNTY UTILITIES DEPT serves approximately 347,800 people, Florida. The system provides water to 1 community: Bradenton.
What type of water does MANATEE COUNTY UTILITIES DEPT provide?
MANATEE COUNTY UTILITIES DEPT sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is FL6411132.
How does MANATEE COUNTY UTILITIES DEPT compare to other utilities in Florida?
MANATEE COUNTY UTILITIES DEPT scores 83/100 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.