A85/100
PEOPLES WATER SERVICE COMPANY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 24,806 people · Florida
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
FL1170527
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.009 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2015.
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 PEOPLES WATER SERVICE COMPANY
Is PEOPLES WATER SERVICE COMPANY water safe to drink?
PEOPLES WATER SERVICE COMPANY water receives a grade of A (85/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PEOPLES WATER SERVICE COMPANY detected?
66 contaminants were tested in PEOPLES WATER SERVICE COMPANY's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PEOPLES WATER SERVICE COMPANY have any EPA violations?
Yes, PEOPLES WATER SERVICE COMPANY has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include MR.
How many people does PEOPLES WATER SERVICE COMPANY serve?
PEOPLES WATER SERVICE COMPANY serves approximately 24,806 people, Florida. The system provides water to 1 community: Pensacola.
What type of water does PEOPLES WATER SERVICE COMPANY provide?
PEOPLES WATER SERVICE COMPANY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is FL1170527.
How does PEOPLES WATER SERVICE COMPANY compare to other utilities in Florida?
PEOPLES WATER SERVICE COMPANY scores 85/100 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.