B74/100
MELBOURNE, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 167,753 people · Florida
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
FL3051447
Violations
23
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)
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
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 MELBOURNE, CITY OF
Is MELBOURNE, CITY OF water safe to drink?
MELBOURNE, CITY OF water receives a grade of B (74/100), which is considered good. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MELBOURNE, CITY OF detected?
76 contaminants were tested in MELBOURNE, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MELBOURNE, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, MELBOURNE, CITY OF has 23 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MON, MR, Other.
How many people does MELBOURNE, CITY OF serve?
MELBOURNE, CITY OF serves approximately 167,753 people, Florida. The system provides water to 1 community: Melbourne.
What type of water does MELBOURNE, CITY OF provide?
MELBOURNE, CITY OF 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 FL3051447.
How does MELBOURNE, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Florida?
MELBOURNE, CITY OF scores 74/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Florida state page for a full comparison of water systems.