B67/100
SEMINOLE COUNTY NORTHWEST — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 31,986 people · Florida
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
FL3594107
Violations
10
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 380.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
3
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2023 – March 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
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 SEMINOLE COUNTY NORTHWEST
Is SEMINOLE COUNTY NORTHWEST water safe to drink?
SEMINOLE COUNTY NORTHWEST water receives a grade of B (67/100), which is considered good. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SEMINOLE COUNTY NORTHWEST detected?
66 contaminants were tested in SEMINOLE COUNTY NORTHWEST's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SEMINOLE COUNTY NORTHWEST have any EPA violations?
Yes, SEMINOLE COUNTY NORTHWEST has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MCL, Other, MR. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does SEMINOLE COUNTY NORTHWEST serve?
SEMINOLE COUNTY NORTHWEST serves approximately 31,986 people, Florida. The system provides water to 1 community: Sanford.
What type of water does SEMINOLE COUNTY NORTHWEST provide?
SEMINOLE COUNTY NORTHWEST sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is FL3594107.
How does SEMINOLE COUNTY NORTHWEST compare to other utilities in Florida?
SEMINOLE COUNTY NORTHWEST scores 67/100 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.