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PCUD-PASCO COUNTY REGIONAL PWS — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 214,403 people · Florida

Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
FL6511361
Violations
39

Contaminant Test Results

2 contaminants above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
chlorate
1657.88 µg/L—Above Goal
Lead (90th percentile)
0.001 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

5

Violations (last 5yr)

5

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.

When: November 1, 2024 – November 30, 2024Rule: Total Coliform RuleVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

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: October 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPRVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

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: October 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPRVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

Missed required monitoring deadline

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: July 1, 2024Rule: Total Coliform RuleVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

Missed required monitoring deadline

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: October 1, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleVerify on EPA.gov

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 PCUD-PASCO COUNTY REGIONAL PWS

Is PCUD-PASCO COUNTY REGIONAL PWS water safe to drink?

PCUD-PASCO COUNTY REGIONAL PWS water receives a grade of F (15/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 39 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has PCUD-PASCO COUNTY REGIONAL PWS detected?

76 contaminants were tested in PCUD-PASCO COUNTY REGIONAL PWS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does PCUD-PASCO COUNTY REGIONAL PWS have any EPA violations?

Yes, PCUD-PASCO COUNTY REGIONAL PWS has 39 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MON, MR, RPT. 10 are health-based violations.

How many people does PCUD-PASCO COUNTY REGIONAL PWS serve?

PCUD-PASCO COUNTY REGIONAL PWS serves approximately 214,403 people, Florida. The system provides water to 1 community: New Port Richey.

What type of water does PCUD-PASCO COUNTY REGIONAL PWS provide?

PCUD-PASCO COUNTY REGIONAL PWS sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is FL6511361.

How does PCUD-PASCO COUNTY REGIONAL PWS compare to other utilities in Florida?

PCUD-PASCO COUNTY REGIONAL PWS scores 15/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Florida state page for a full comparison of water systems.

Cities Served

New Port Richey