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Yes. Fleming Island’s drinking water is provided through Clay County Utility Authority and meets federal and state drinking water standards. CCUA performs routine testing throughout its water system for regulated contaminants, disinfectants, metals, and microbial contaminants.

Fleming Island water is generally considered moderately hard. Based on the Pace Fleming Grid data in the Clay County water quality report, water hardness is estimated to be around 120–140 mg/L, or roughly 7–8 grains per gallon. Water in this range can contribute to spotting on dishes, scale buildup on fixtures, dry skin, and reduced soap efficiency over time.

Clay County Utility Authority reported that it sampled for lithium and 29 PFAS compounds as part of the EPA’s Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR) program. According to the report, all PFAS samples were below the EPA’s method reporting limits (MRL).

While no PFAS detections were reported in the Fleming Island area, many homeowners still choose additional filtration for peace of mind and long-term water quality protection as federal PFAS regulations continue evolving.

Yes. Fluoride is present in portions of the Clay County water system. The Pace Fleming Grid reported fluoride levels around 0.22 ppm, while the Orange Park Grid reported approximately 0.2 ppm. This level is within typical drinking water guidelines, but some homeowners prefer to reduce fluoride in their drinking water. Reverse osmosis is one of the most common options for reducing fluoride at the kitchen sink.

Fleming Island’s drinking water primarily comes from groundwater wells operated by Clay County Utility Authority. The area is served through multiple distribution grids, including the Pace Fleming Grid, Orange Park Grid, and nearby interconnected systems. Water is drawn from the Floridan Aquifer and distributed to homes and businesses throughout Clay County.

Clay County Utility Authority treats drinking water using a multi-step treatment and disinfection process designed to meet federal and state water quality standards. Treatment may include filtration, corrosion control, and chlorine disinfection to help control bacteria and other microorganisms before the water enters the distribution system.

The system also routinely monitors disinfection byproducts such as haloacetic acids (HAA5) and total trihalomethanes (TTHMs), which remained below EPA regulatory limits in the latest report.

Many Fleming Island homeowners choose water treatment systems to address common local water concerns such as hardness, chlorine taste, mineral buildup, and overall drinking water quality. A water softener can help reduce scale buildup and extend appliance life, while reverse osmosis or whole-house filtration systems may improve taste and reduce additional contaminants.

Clay County Utility Authority conducts ongoing water quality monitoring throughout the system using routine laboratory testing, field sampling, and regulatory compliance reporting. The utility monitors for contaminants including lead, copper, disinfection byproducts, volatile organic compounds, inorganic contaminants, and unregulated contaminants like PFAS.

The most recent Source Water Assessment conducted by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) identified several potential contamination sources within portions of the Clay County system, though susceptibility levels ranged from low to moderate depending on the grid area. CCUA also performs lead and copper monitoring throughout the distribution system.

You can access the most recent Fleming Island Tap Water Quality Report through CCUA here.