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Is Beverly Beach, FL Tap Water Safe to Drink?

Graded A-, with 5 unresolved violations on record. See what was cited — and what it means for your tap. What to do next ↓

1K residents served 1 water system PWSID: FL2180002
Overall Score
85.2 / 100
Violations
5 active
Last Updated
May 2026
Source
Groundwater
#95 of 388 in Florida Top 35% nationally
Private
Moderate data confidence
Reviewed by WaterVerge Editorial Team · Last updated May 2026
A-GRADE
Water Quality Grade
85.2/100
waterverge.com
A- 85.2/100

Beverly Beach, FL — Water Quality Report

Beverly Beach's drinking water received a grade of A- (85.2 out of 100), indicating good water quality. The city's 1 water system serves approximately 1,413 residents using groundwater.

Lead levels were measured at 1.8 ppb (90th percentile), well within EPA limits. This system has not yet been tested for PFAS under the EPA UCMR 5 program.

The system has 34 violations on record, including 19 health-based violations. 5 remain unresolved.

Data last updated: May 2026 · Source: EPA SDWIS, UCMR 5
Analysis

What to know about Beverly Beach's water

Beverly Beach ranks #95 out of 388 cities in Florida for water quality, placing it above average in the state.

Beverly Beach relies on groundwater, which is generally less vulnerable to surface contamination but can be affected by naturally occurring minerals like arsenic and nitrate, as well as agricultural and industrial runoff.

As a small community water system, Beverly Beach may have fewer resources for advanced treatment technologies and infrastructure upgrades compared to larger utilities.

Quality Breakdown

Water quality score

See methodology →
85.2 out of 100 Grade A-
A: 90-100
B: 74-89
C: 60-73
F: <50
How is this calculated?
Violations
35.2/45
B
Historical violation record including health-based and monitoring violations.
Lead & Copper
20/20
A
Lead at 1.8 ppb (90th percentile).
Contaminants
17/20
B
PFAS + legacy contaminant analysis.
Compliance
8/10
B
Monitoring and reporting compliance with EPA regulations.
Source Risk
5/5
A
Water source: Groundwater.
Water Safety

Is Beverly Beach, FL water safe to drink?

Concerns Identified

Beverly Beach's drinking water has significant quality concerns based on EPA testing data. With a grade of A- (85.2/100), the system has issues across multiple categories. A water filter is recommended for all residents. The city's 1 water system serves approximately 1,413 residents using groundwater (wells).

5
Active Violations
1.8 ppb
Lead (90th %ile)
10 events
Disaster History

Recent water quality updates for Beverly Beach

A timeline of significant water quality events, violations, and data updates.

Update
Water quality data updated

Latest EPA compliance and testing data incorporated into Beverly Beach's water quality assessment. Grade: A- (85.2/100).

Disaster
HURRICANE MILTON

Federal disaster declaration (FEMA DR-4844). Hurricane event — may have impacted local water infrastructure.

Disaster
HURRICANE MILTON

Federal disaster declaration (FEMA DR-4834). Hurricane event — may have impacted local water infrastructure.

Violation
2 drinking water violations recorded

2 health-based. Contaminants: TTHM, Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5).

Violation
2 drinking water violations recorded

2 health-based. Contaminants: TTHM, Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5).

Violation
2 drinking water violations recorded

2 health-based. Contaminants: TTHM, Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5).

Key contaminant findings

Based on the most recent EPA sampling data for Beverly Beach's water supply.

Lead Within Limits
Detected: 1.8 ppb Limit: 15 ppb (EPA Action Level)

Well within EPA limits.

Violation history

Beverly Beach's water system has 34 total violations on record, including 19 health-based violations. 5 remain unresolved.

MCLOtherMR
Most recent violations:
Apr 2020 TTHM Resolved
Apr 2020 Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Resolved
Jan 2020 TTHM Resolved
Jan 2020 Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Resolved
Oct 2019 TTHM Resolved

Flood & environmental risk

Seminole County has experienced 10 federally declared disasters since 2022. Flooding and severe storms can overwhelm water treatment plants, cause sewage overflows, and introduce agricultural runoff, bacteria, and sediment into drinking water supplies. Local water sources include Lt Econlockhatchee R, Howell Creek, Soldier Creek, Gee Creek, St. Johns River.

HURRICANE MILTON
Hurricane FEMA DR-4844
HURRICANE MILTON
Hurricane FEMA DR-4834
HURRICANE MILTON
Hurricane FEMA DR-3623

Where does Beverly Beach's water come from?

Beverly Beach's drinking water comes from groundwater (wells), supplied by 1 water system serving approximately 1,413 people. Groundwater is generally less susceptible to surface contamination but can contain naturally occurring contaminants like arsenic, radon, and nitrate. Nearby water bodies include Lt Econlockhatchee R (river), Howell Creek (river), Soldier Creek (river), Gee Creek (river), St. Johns River (river).

What Beverly Beach residents can do

Install a water filter

Recommended: NSF-certified water filter. This addresses the specific contaminants found in Beverly Beach's water.

Request your utility's CCR

Your water utility is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) with detailed testing results. Ask for the latest copy or check your utility's website.

Monitor alerts during storms

Beverly Beach's area has a history of flooding. After severe weather, watch for boil water advisories from your local utility.

Data: EPA SDWIS, UCMR 5 (PFAS), FEMA, NOAA. Last updated May 2026.

Contaminant Alerts

Top contaminants to know

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Lead (90th percentile)
Inorganic / Heavy Metal
Safe
1.8 ppb
EPA Action Level: 15 ppb · 12% of limit
Safe Level
Compliance Record

Violation summary

34
Total violations
19
Health-based
5
Active / unresolved
Apr 2020
Most recent violation
Compliance Record

Violations & advisories

34 Total
5 Active
19 Health-based
29 Resolved
13 SNC
Violations by category
Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule
16
Total Coliform Rule
11
Consumer Confidence Rule
2
Lead and Copper Rule
1
Inorganic Chemicals
1
Jul 2016 Active
Consumer Confidence Rule
Other Violation 0
Jul 2009 Active
Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule
Monitoring & Reporting
Monitoring & Reporting 0
Jan 2009 Active
Lead and Copper Rule
Monitoring & Reporting
Monitoring & Reporting 0
Jul 2008 Active
Consumer Confidence Rule
Other Violation 0
Active
Compliance Violation
Monitoring 0
Apr 2020 Resolved
TTHM
Max Contaminant Level
SNC Health Resolved Jun 2020
Apr 2020 Resolved
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
Max Contaminant Level
Health-Based Health Resolved Jun 2020
Jan 2020 Resolved
TTHM
Max Contaminant Level
SNC Health Resolved Mar 2020
Jan 2020 Resolved
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
Max Contaminant Level
Health-Based Health Resolved Mar 2020
Oct 2019 Resolved
TTHM
Max Contaminant Level
SNC Health Resolved Dec 2019
Oct 2019 Resolved
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
Max Contaminant Level
SNC Health Resolved Dec 2019
Jul 2019 Resolved
TTHM
Max Contaminant Level
SNC Health Resolved Sep 2019
Apr 2015 Resolved
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
Max Contaminant Level
SNC Health Resolved Jun 2015
Apr 2015 Resolved
TTHM
Max Contaminant Level
SNC Health Resolved Jun 2015
Jan 2015 Resolved
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
Max Contaminant Level
SNC Health Resolved Mar 2015
Jan 2015 Resolved
TTHM
Max Contaminant Level
SNC Health Resolved Mar 2015
Oct 2014 Resolved
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
Max Contaminant Level
SNC Health Resolved Dec 2014
Oct 2014 Resolved
TTHM
Max Contaminant Level
SNC Health Resolved Dec 2014
Jul 2014 Resolved
TTHM
Max Contaminant Level
SNC Health Resolved Sep 2014
Jul 2014 Resolved
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
Max Contaminant Level
SNC Health Resolved Sep 2014
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Industrial pollution

Top industrial polluters within 10 miles of Beverly Beach

Industrial polluters nearby

Reported releases to surface water by facilities near Beverly Beach, ranked by pounds discharged annually.

FacilityTop chemicalTo surface water (lbs/yr)Distance
BOSTON WHALER FLAGLER FACILITY
Transportation Equipment · BRUNSWICK CORP
FLAGLER BEACH, FL32136
1.5 mi
CEMEX BUNNELL NORTH
Nonmetallic Mineral Product · CEMEX INC
BUNNELL, FL32110
7.6 mi
ARGOS BUNNELL READY MIX PLANT
Nonmetallic Mineral Product · SUMMIT MATERIALS LLC
BUNNELL, FL32110
7.8 mi
TITAN FLORIDA LLC - BUNNELL READY MIX PLANT
Nonmetallic Mineral Product · TITAN AMERICA LLC
BUNNELL, FL32110
7.7 mi
ALLEIMA LLC
Primary Metals · ALLEIMA USA LLC
PALM COAST, FL32164
7.4 mi

Source: EPA Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) 2023

Environmental Risk

Drought conditions

D3 — extreme drought

Flagler County is currently in D3 (extreme drought) per the U.S. Drought Monitor (week of May 5, 2026). Drought can elevate disinfection-byproduct (TTHM/HAA5) levels and taste/odor issues as utilities draw from lower reservoirs.

14
Weeks at D2+ (current streak)
15.4%
Months in D2+ (last 30y)
14
Weeks at D2+ (last 5y)

Source: U.S. Drought Monitor, updated weekly by NDMC, USDA, and NOAA.

Environmental Risk

Flood & disaster history

10
Declared disasters
Nov 2024
Most recent
Hurricane
Most common type

Seminole County has experienced 10 federally declared disasters since 2022. Flooding and severe weather can compromise water treatment infrastructure and introduce contaminants into drinking water supplies.

Nov 2024
HURRICANE MILTON
Hurricane FEMA #4844
Oct 2024
HURRICANE MILTON
Hurricane FEMA #4834
Oct 2024
HURRICANE MILTON
Hurricane FEMA #3623
Oct 2024
HURRICANE MILTON
Hurricane FEMA #3622
Aug 2023
HURRICANE IDALIA
Hurricane FEMA #4734
Dec 2022
HURRICANE NICOLE
Hurricane FEMA #4680

Full contaminants report

Contaminant Detected Level EPA Limit Unit Category Status
Lead (90th percentile) 1.8 15 ppb Inorganic Safe
Data source: EPA SDWIS, UCMR 5, local utility CCR.

Lead level trend (90th percentile)

EPA action level: 15 ppb
Lead has decreased by 5.2 ppb from 1993 (7.0 ppb) to 2024 (1.8 ppb).
Contaminant Rankings

See how Beverly Beach compares by contaminant

Explore where Beverly Beach ranks among all Florida cities for specific contaminants.

Infrastructure

Water source & infrastructure

Primary Source
Groundwater
Operator
Private
Population Served
1,413
Water Systems
1
Water Source

Where Beverly Beach's water comes from

Groundwater

Beverly Beach's drinking water is drawn from underground aquifers through wells.

Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil layers, generally requiring less treatment than surface water. However, it can contain naturally occurring contaminants like arsenic, radon, and minerals.

Agricultural activity, septic systems, and industrial operations near well fields can introduce nitrates, pesticides, and volatile organic compounds.

The system is operated by private ownership and serves approximately 1,413 people through 1 water system.

Local Hydrology

Water bodies near Beverly Beach

Beverly Beach is located near 5 notable water bodies. These water bodies contribute to the regional watershed and may indirectly affect groundwater quality.

Lt Econlockhatchee R
river
Howell Creek
river
Soldier Creek
river
Gee Creek
river
St. Johns River
river
Infrastructure

Water systems serving Beverly Beach

System Name PWSID Population Source
BEVERLY BEACH WATER SYSTEM FL2180002 1,413 GW
Regional Comparison

How Beverly Beach compares

Full Florida rankings →

Beverly Beach's score of 85.2/100 is above the average of 50/100 among major Florida cities. It outscores 10 of 10 nearby cities.

Beverly Beach (this city)
85.2
Miami
35
Orlando
36.8
Tampa
34.4
Florida avg
50
City Profile

About Beverly Beach, FL

Wikipedia →

Longwood is a city in Seminole County, Florida, United States. It is part of the Orlando–Kissimmee–Sanford, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 15,087 at the 2020 census.

Economic Profile
$42,273
Median Income
$326,577
Median Home Value
$1,316/mo
Median Rent
4%
Unemployment
Community
64.5
Median Age
278
People / sq mi
37.5%
College Educated
90.9%
Homeownership
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Frequently asked questions

Is Beverly Beach, FL tap water safe to drink?

Beverly Beach's water quality earned a grade of A- (85.2/100). The water generally meets EPA standards and is considered safe for consumption. The city ranks #95 out of 388 cities tested in Florida.

What contaminants are in Beverly Beach's water?

Lead was measured at 1.8 ppb (90th percentile). 34 violations are on record.

How is Beverly Beach's water quality grade calculated?

The grade is based on four factors: violation history (40%), lead and copper levels (25%), PFAS contamination (25%), and regulatory compliance (10%). The score is also adjusted based on how complete the available data is. See our methodology page for full details.

Do I need a water filter in Beverly Beach?

Based on current data, basic filtration should suffice for additional peace of mind.

Where does Beverly Beach's water come from?

Beverly Beach's water is sourced from Groundwater. The city has 1 water system serving approximately 1,413 residents.

What health violations has Beverly Beach's water system had?

Beverly Beach has 19 health-based violations on record. The most recent violation was recorded in April 2020. Health-based violations mean the water exceeded EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) for a regulated substance. 5 violations remain unresolved.

Is Beverly Beach's groundwater at risk of contamination?

Beverly Beach uses groundwater, which can be affected by naturally occurring contaminants like arsenic, radon, and nitrate, as well as agricultural runoff and industrial activity. The system has 34 violations on record that may relate to groundwater quality. Groundwater systems are generally less susceptible to surface contamination but should be monitored for emerging contaminants like PFAS.

How does Beverly Beach's water compare to other cities?

Beverly Beach ranks #95 out of 388 cities in Florida (better than 76% of state cities) and #5467 out of 15744 cities nationally (65th percentile). The grade of A- reflects the combined assessment of violation history, lead and copper levels, PFAS contamination, and regulatory compliance.

Does Beverly Beach's small water system affect quality?

Beverly Beach's system serves approximately 1,413 residents. Small community water systems (under 3,300 people) may have fewer financial resources for infrastructure upgrades and advanced treatment technologies. However, they are held to the same EPA drinking water standards as larger systems. This system has 34 violations on record.