Caguas Water Quality
Puerto Rico
The tap water in Caguas, Puerto Rico is served by 22 EPA-regulated water systems covering approximately 86,757 people. 59 health-based violations are on record, most recently for 5200 in 2024. Data source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System.
Drinking water in Caguas, Puerto Rico is delivered through 22 EPA-regulated community water systems serving an estimated 86,757 people. Each system is tracked in the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) under the Safe Drinking Water Act, which requires testing for regulated contaminants, consumer notification of violations, and publication of an annual Consumer Confidence Report.
The SDWIS record for Caguas shows 59 total violations across all 22 systems, of which 59 are health-based, meaning either a Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) was exceeded or a required treatment technique was not followed. Contaminants cited in health-based violations include 5200, 0300, 8000, 2950, 2456 and 3 others. 3 TRI-reporting industrial facilities are also located within the city limits.
A past EPA violation does not mean the water is currently unsafe, utilities are required to notify customers and remediate under state primacy oversight. For current water-quality status and treatment practices, review your local utility's most recent Consumer Confidence Report or contact the Puerto Rico drinking water program. All records above reflect federal EPA SDWIS data and are not independently verified against state databases.
Community Water Systems
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAGUAS NORTE | 46,530 | 10 | Health |
| CAGUAS SUR | 33,231 | 18 | Health |
| ACUED. COM. SECTOR LA SIERRA | 1,015 | 3 | Health |
| CAGUAS REAL UTILITY CORP | 952 | 1 | Health |
| ACUED. RURAL TURADO ARRIBA | 745 | 1 | Health |
| POZO DE AGUA | 654 | 1 | Health |
| TURABO CLUSTERS | 520 | 0 | Clean |
| ACUED. RURAL SECT. LOZADA Y POZO DULCE | 506 | 7 | Health |
| ACUED. RURAL PEDRO CALIXTO | 402 | 4 | Health |
| PARC. NUEVAS CANABONCITO ACUED. | 312 | 1 | Health |
| ACUED. RURAL CASA DE PIEDRA INC. | 311 | 1 | Health |
| ORG. DE RESID. DEL SECT. LA UNION (ORSU) | 290 | 1 | Health |
| POZO PIAS 2 INC | 240 | 2 | Health |
| ACUED. RURAL LOS VELAZQUEZ | 216 | 1 | Health |
| ACUED. COM. BUENOS AIRES | 191 | 1 | Health |
| USUARIOS POZO PROFUNDO | 161 | 1 | Health |
| ASOC. DE RESIDENTES HACIENDA DEL REY | 142 | 1 | Health |
| ACUEDUCTO RURAL EL MANANTIAL INC | 93 | 1 | Health |
| ASOC. RES. VILLA DE ORO | 93 | 1 | Health |
| ACUED. DELGADO Y OTROS | 60 | 1 | Health |
| EL PARAISO ACUEDUCTO INCORPORADO | 50 | 1 | Health |
| ASOCIACION DE RESIDENTES VILLA VIGIA | 43 | 1 | Health |
Does this city have health-based water violations?
Health-based violations indicate contaminant levels that exceeded EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs). This does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe.
| Contaminant | Begin Date |
|---|---|
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 0300 | 2023-05-01 |
| 0300 | 2023-05-01 |
| 0300 | 2023-05-01 |
| 0300 | 2023-05-01 |
| 8000 | 2017-04-01 |
| 8000 | 2017-04-01 |
| 8000 | 2017-02-01 |
| 2950 | 2016-10-01 |
| 2950 | 2016-10-01 |
| 2950 | 2016-07-01 |
| 2950 | 2016-07-01 |
| 8000 | 2016-05-01 |
| 8000 | 2016-05-01 |
| 2950 | 2016-04-01 |
| 2950 | 2016-04-01 |
| 2456 | 2016-04-01 |
| 2456 | 2016-04-01 |
| 3100 | 2016-03-01 |
| 2950 | 2016-01-01 |
| 2950 | 2016-01-01 |
| 2456 | 2016-01-01 |
| 2456 | 2016-01-01 |
| 3100 | 2015-12-01 |
| 3100 | 2015-11-01 |
| 2920 | 2015-10-01 |
| 2920 | 2015-10-01 |
| 2950 | 2015-10-01 |
| 2950 | 2015-10-01 |
| 3100 | 2015-08-01 |
| 0300 | 2015-08-01 |
| 0300 | 2015-08-01 |
TRI Facilities in Caguas
| Facility | Total Releases |
|---|---|
| Quality Electroplating Corp | 75 lbs |
| Clorox Manufacturing Co of Puerto R Ico Inc. | 31 lbs |
| Imcd Puerto Rico Inc | 20 lbs |
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About This Data
Water system data comes from the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). Violations are reported by state agencies to EPA and include both health-based (MCL exceedances) and monitoring/reporting violations.
A reported violation does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe to drink. Many violations are resolved quickly, and public water systems are required to notify customers of significant issues. For current water quality, contact your local water utility.
TRI facility data comes from the EPA Toxic Release Inventory. Facilities shown are those that self-report to the TRI program. PlainEnviro presents this data without advocacy framing.
Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.