Water Quality in Gainesville, FL
104 water systems serving 208,273 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Gainesville water systems is 3.0 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 2268 |
| Health-based violations | 155 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Gainesville
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gainesville tap water safe to drink?
Gainesville tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Gainesville, Florida?
Gainesville has 104 public water systems serving approximately 208,273 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 3.0 ppb. There are 2268 total violations on record.
Does Gainesville have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 3.0 ppb across Gainesville's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Gainesville?
104 public water systems are registered in Gainesville, Florida with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 208,273 people.