C56/100
PALM BEACH COUNTY WATER UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 618,746 people · Florida
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
FL4504393
Violations
18
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.012 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 480.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Missed required monitoring deadline
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: May 1, 2024 – May 31, 2024Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: February 1, 2024 – February 28, 2024Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Missed required monitoring deadline
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: December 1, 2023 – December 18, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Maximum Contaminant Level Violation
When: December 1, 2023 – December 18, 2023Rule: 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 PALM BEACH COUNTY WATER UTILITIES
Is PALM BEACH COUNTY WATER UTILITIES water safe to drink?
PALM BEACH COUNTY WATER UTILITIES water receives a grade of C (56/100), which is considered fair. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 18 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PALM BEACH COUNTY WATER UTILITIES detected?
73 contaminants were tested in PALM BEACH COUNTY WATER UTILITIES's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PALM BEACH COUNTY WATER UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, PALM BEACH COUNTY WATER UTILITIES has 18 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, MON, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does PALM BEACH COUNTY WATER UTILITIES serve?
PALM BEACH COUNTY WATER UTILITIES serves approximately 618,746 people, Florida. The system provides water to 1 community: West Palm Beach.
What type of water does PALM BEACH COUNTY WATER UTILITIES provide?
PALM BEACH COUNTY WATER UTILITIES sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is FL4504393.
How does PALM BEACH COUNTY WATER UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Florida?
PALM BEACH COUNTY WATER UTILITIES scores 56/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Florida state page for a full comparison of water systems.