C49/100
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 47,586 people · Florida
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
FL6291882
Violations
19
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.023 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.011 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
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.
When: August 1, 2025 – August 31, 2025Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA
Is UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA water safe to drink?
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA water receives a grade of C (49/100), which is considered fair. 2 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 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA detected?
66 contaminants were tested in UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA have any EPA violations?
Yes, UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA has 19 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MON, MR, MCL. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA serve?
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA serves approximately 47,586 people, Florida. The system provides water to 1 community: Tampa.
What type of water does UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA provide?
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is FL6291882.
How does UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA compare to other utilities in Florida?
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA scores 49/100 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.