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SJCU-SAWGRASS GRID — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 13,023 people · Florida

Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
FL2551004
Violations
19

Contaminant Test Results

3 contaminants above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
strontium
2353.34 µg/L—Above Goal
chlorate
485.16 µg/L—Above Goal
Lead (90th percentile)
< 0.001 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

8

Violations (last 5yr)

1

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

TIER 3Unresolved

Failed to conduct Level 1 Assessment

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

When: September 1, 2025Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved

Violation related to E. coli (RTCR)

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

When: December 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Consumer Confidence 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: July 1, 2024 – July 29, 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: June 1, 2024 – July 29, 2024Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed to conduct Level 1 Assessment

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

When: June 1, 2024 – July 29, 2024Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed to conduct Level 1 Assessment

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

When: June 1, 2024 – July 29, 2024Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts

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

When: January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed to issue ongoing public notification

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

When: January 1, 2022 – March 18, 2025Rule: Ground Water 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 SJCU-SAWGRASS GRID

Is SJCU-SAWGRASS GRID water safe to drink?

SJCU-SAWGRASS GRID water receives a grade of C (44/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 19 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has SJCU-SAWGRASS GRID detected?

66 contaminants were tested in SJCU-SAWGRASS GRID's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), strontium, chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does SJCU-SAWGRASS GRID have any EPA violations?

Yes, SJCU-SAWGRASS GRID has 19 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, RPT, MCL. 7 are health-based violations.

How many people does SJCU-SAWGRASS GRID serve?

SJCU-SAWGRASS GRID serves approximately 13,023 people, Florida. The system provides water to 1 community: Ponte Vedra.

What type of water does SJCU-SAWGRASS GRID provide?

SJCU-SAWGRASS GRID sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is FL2551004.

How does SJCU-SAWGRASS GRID compare to other utilities in Florida?

SJCU-SAWGRASS GRID scores 44/100 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.

Cities Served

Ponte Vedra