A80/100
PORT ORANGE, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 71,096 people · Florida
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
FL3641044
Violations
14
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 316.41 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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
Missed required monitoring deadline
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 PORT ORANGE, CITY OF
Is PORT ORANGE, CITY OF water safe to drink?
PORT ORANGE, CITY OF water receives a grade of A (80/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 73 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PORT ORANGE, CITY OF detected?
73 contaminants were tested in PORT ORANGE, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PORT ORANGE, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, PORT ORANGE, CITY OF has 14 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include RPT, Other, MR.
How many people does PORT ORANGE, CITY OF serve?
PORT ORANGE, CITY OF serves approximately 71,096 people, Florida. The system provides water to 1 community: Port Orange.
What type of water does PORT ORANGE, CITY OF provide?
PORT ORANGE, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is FL3641044.
How does PORT ORANGE, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Florida?
PORT ORANGE, CITY OF scores 80/100 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.