Water Quality in PALATKA, FL (32177)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 32177.

226

Total Violations

37

Health-Based

189

Monitoring / Reporting

222

Resolved

What does this mean?

222 of 226 violations have been resolved. 37 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 189 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.

Water systems: 54 Population served: 20,112

Violations Detail (226 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 21, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AMay 31, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(29)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Aug 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 21Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jun 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 17Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4A

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

E. COLI

19

Feb 28Resolved

E. COLI

19

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

2024(48)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Dec 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Dec 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Dec 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

27

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Sep 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Sep 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Sep 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Aug 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Active

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jun 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jun 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jun 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jan 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

PALATKA (32177) has 226 recorded violations, including 37 health-based. 4 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.

Reverse Osmosis System

Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.

Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Activated Carbon Filter

Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.

Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

UV Water Purifier

Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.

Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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