B75/100
ST. AUGUSTINE WS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 43,069 people · Florida
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
FL2550210
Violations
16
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
strontium | 2344.66 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
chlorate | 322.41 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
6
Violations (last 5yr)
4
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.
TIER 3Unresolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
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, 2023 – May 24, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: March 1, 2022 – March 31, 2022Rule: Total Coliform 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 ST. AUGUSTINE WS
Is ST. AUGUSTINE WS water safe to drink?
ST. AUGUSTINE WS water receives a grade of B (75/100), which is considered good. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 3 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ST. AUGUSTINE WS detected?
66 contaminants were tested in ST. AUGUSTINE WS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), strontium, chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ST. AUGUSTINE WS have any EPA violations?
Yes, ST. AUGUSTINE WS has 16 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MON, MR.
How many people does ST. AUGUSTINE WS serve?
ST. AUGUSTINE WS serves approximately 43,069 people, Florida. The system provides water to 1 community: St. Augustine.
What type of water does ST. AUGUSTINE WS provide?
ST. AUGUSTINE WS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is FL2550210.
How does ST. AUGUSTINE WS compare to other utilities in Florida?
ST. AUGUSTINE WS scores 75/100 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.