B77/100
FLORENCE, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,561 people · Oregon
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
OR4100299
Violations
12
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2025 – July 7, 2025Enforcement: 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 FLORENCE, CITY OF
Is FLORENCE, CITY OF water safe to drink?
FLORENCE, CITY OF water receives a grade of B (77/100), which is considered good. Out of 51 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has FLORENCE, CITY OF detected?
51 contaminants were tested in FLORENCE, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FLORENCE, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, FLORENCE, CITY OF has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, TT, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does FLORENCE, CITY OF serve?
FLORENCE, CITY OF serves approximately 9,561 people, Oregon.
What type of water does FLORENCE, CITY OF provide?
FLORENCE, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is OR4100299.
How does FLORENCE, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Oregon?
FLORENCE, CITY OF scores 77/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Oregon state page for a full comparison of water systems.