B76/100
OCUD/SOUTHERN WATER SYS (5 WPS) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 80,738 people · Florida
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
FL3484119
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.41 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
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
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 OCUD/SOUTHERN WATER SYS (5 WPS)
Is OCUD/SOUTHERN WATER SYS (5 WPS) water safe to drink?
OCUD/SOUTHERN WATER SYS (5 WPS) water receives a grade of B (76/100), which is considered good. Out of 74 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has OCUD/SOUTHERN WATER SYS (5 WPS) detected?
74 contaminants were tested in OCUD/SOUTHERN WATER SYS (5 WPS)'s water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does OCUD/SOUTHERN WATER SYS (5 WPS) have any EPA violations?
Yes, OCUD/SOUTHERN WATER SYS (5 WPS) has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MON, MCL, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does OCUD/SOUTHERN WATER SYS (5 WPS) serve?
OCUD/SOUTHERN WATER SYS (5 WPS) serves approximately 80,738 people, Florida. The system provides water to 1 community: Orlando.
What type of water does OCUD/SOUTHERN WATER SYS (5 WPS) provide?
OCUD/SOUTHERN WATER SYS (5 WPS) sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is FL3484119.
How does OCUD/SOUTHERN WATER SYS (5 WPS) compare to other utilities in Florida?
OCUD/SOUTHERN WATER SYS (5 WPS) scores 76/100 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.