Pompano Beach, Florida Water Outage Today
Live Pompano Beach water outage reports, City of Pompano Beach Utilities’s emergency line and the system’s federal record.
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Who supplies water in Pompano Beach?
Drinking water in Pompano Beach, Florida is supplied by City of Pompano Beach Utilities, which handles outages, main breaks and boil water notices for the city.
Public water systems in Florida are regulated by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and county health departments.
To report no water or a main break, call City of Pompano Beach Utilities at 954-942-2202.
Who runs the water in Pompano Beach: system profile
Pompano Beach Utilities is the water system EPA lists for Pompano Beach, serving about 99,400 people. Customers know it as City of Pompano Beach Utilities; the name on your bill is the one to call.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Water system in EPA records | Pompano Beach Utilities (FL4061129) |
| Run by | Local government |
| People served | 99,400 through 19,240 service connections |
| Source of the water | Groundwater (wells) |
| Active facilities listed by EPA | 25 active wells, 2 treatment points |
| State regulator | Florida Department of Environmental Protection and county health departments |
| Health-based violations since 2015 | 0 |
| Highest lead result (90th percentile) | 6.3 ppb, action level 15 ppb |
Source: EPA SDWIS (Safe Drinking Water Information System).
Source water and treatment in Pompano Beach
Pompano Beach drinks groundwater. Pompano Beach Utilities pumps it from 25 active wells and treats it before it goes into the mains.
What this means in an outage. Groundwater only reaches the tap while pump motors are turning, so electricity is the weak point. After a storm or grid failure the first question is which wells have backup generators; City of Pompano Beach Utilities can tell you whether yours do.
Main breaks and shutoffs in Pompano Beach: the usual causes
Water outages are local, so the likely cause depends on weather, pipe age and the grid. For Pompano Beach, these stand out.
- Flooding and heavy rain. NOAA logged 95 flood, flash flood and heavy rain reports in Broward County from 2015 through 2026, and 5 days a year bring an inch of rain or more. Flooding is hard on water systems in three ways: it erodes soil around pipe crossings, drowns pumps and electrical equipment, and can let contaminated runoff into the mains, which triggers precautionary boil notices.
- Tropical storms and hurricanes. Storm surge, flooding and multi-day power cuts are the main threat to treatment plants and pump stations in Florida. Utilities in the region routinely issue precautionary boil notices after a storm, even where nothing is found in the water.
- Storm-driven power loss. Thunderstorm wind, hail and tornado reports in Broward County number 176 since 2015. Pump stations and treatment plants that depend on Florida Power & Light (FPL) run on the electric grid, so a storm that downs power lines can lower water pressure even when no pipe is damaged.
- Digging and utility work. Street projects, fiber installation and excavation near buried pipe regularly cut mains in Pompano Beach with no warning, usually on a day with perfectly ordinary weather.
- One-address problems. A closed valve, a meter swap or a failed regulator can leave a single house dry. Compare notes with a neighbor first; if they have water too, start with your own plumbing.
Freeze, heat and rain: the Pompano Beach weather record
Weather stress on the water system in Pompano Beach is moderate: freezes and heat waves are limited, so breaks tend to follow age, ground movement and construction more than weather.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Days a year at or below 32°F | 0 |
| Days a year at or below 20°F | 0 |
| Days a year with a high at or below 32°F | 0 |
| Days a year at or above 95°F | 0 |
| Days a year at or above 100°F | 0 |
| Days a year with an inch of rain or more | 4.8 |
| Average annual precipitation | 52.5 in |
| Wettest year | 2020 (64.1 in) |
| Driest year | 2021 (43.7 in) |
| Coldest day in the record | January 22, 2020 |
| Hottest day in the record | August 20, 2025 |
Source: NASA POWER daily reanalysis (MERRA-2) for the city center, 2015–2025.
The wettest year was 2020 with 64.1 inches; the driest was 2021 with 43.7. Source: NASA POWER reanalysis, 2015–2025.
These counts come from a gridded reanalysis, which smooths out single-day extremes and can differ by a few degrees from an airport thermometer. Use them to compare seasons and years, not as official station records.
Is Pompano Beach water safe? Boil notices and EPA record
Since 2015, EPA's record for Pompano Beach Utilities shows no health-based violations. It also lists 28 monitoring or reporting entries that are about paperwork rather than water quality, such as a missed sample or a late report.
Most recent entries, all monitoring or reporting:
- October 2025: A coliform bacteria testing violation
- September 2025: A coliform bacteria testing violation
| Type of violation | Health-based | Monitoring and other |
|---|---|---|
| Coliform bacteria testing | 0 | 14 |
| Disinfection byproducts | 0 | 10 |
| Public notice and annual reports | 0 | 2 |
| Chemical and radiological contaminants | 0 | 1 |
| Lead and copper | 0 | 1 |
Source: EPA SDWIS.
Monitoring and other Health-based
Violations are counted by the year the compliance period began. Source: EPA SDWIS.
Boil water notices in Pompano Beach are precautions, not findings. When pressure drops, City of Pompano Beach Utilities tells affected customers to boil water until two rounds of lab tests are clean, a process that normally takes 24 to 48 hours after service is restored, under oversight from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and county health departments.
What the lead tests and housing age say about Pompano Beach
The most recent 90th-percentile lead result filed for Pompano Beach Utilities is 1.1 ppb (2023). The federal action level is 15 ppb, so that result is well under it.
Highest result on file: 6.3 ppb. Source: EPA SDWIS.
36.9% of occupied homes in Pompano Beach were built before 1970, and lead service lines and solder stayed legal until the federal ban in 1986. After any outage that disturbs the pipes, run the cold tap 30 seconds to 2 minutes before drinking, and ask City of Pompano Beach Utilities about its lead service line inventory.
Restoration times for water outages in Pompano Beach
A crew that arrives at an ordinary main break in Pompano Beach usually needs 4 to 8 hours to isolate the pipe, dig, repair, flush and restore pressure. Large transmission mains, deep pipes and breaks under busy streets can take a day or more.
| Situation | Typical time |
|---|---|
| Planned shutoff | The posted window, though crews often finish ahead of it |
| Ordinary main break | Half a day once the crew has isolated the pipe |
| Large or deep main | One to three days, longer if parts must be ordered |
| Low pressure after a pump or power failure | Hours to a day, once power or the pump is restored |
| Boil water notice after service returns | Until two clean rounds of samples, usually 1 to 2 days |
| Frozen service line or meter | Until it thaws or a plumber repairs it |
Source: Utility practice, EPA and state boil water guidance.
Ask City of Pompano Beach Utilities for a restoration estimate when you report the outage; for large breaks it is normally posted and updated as the repair progresses.
How much water to keep on hand in Pompano Beach
With about 2.4 people in the typical Pompano Beach home, FEMA's one-gallon-per-person-per-day rule means 7 gallons covers three days and 34 gallons covers two weeks.
- 19.3% of residents are 65 or older (US 17.2%); older adults dehydrate faster and may need help moving heavy water jugs.
- 41% of homes are in buildings with 20 or more units. Upper floors lose pressure first, and rooftop tanks and booster pumps depend on building power.
- Do not forget the water heater: the tank holds roughly 30 to 50 gallons you can drink after it is switched off and allowed to cool.
- If a planned shutoff or storm is coming, fill the tub and some buckets for flushing toilets and washing; keep drinking water in clean sealed containers.
Water systems near Pompano Beach, side by side
| City | System | People served | Source | Health violations since 2015 | Highest lead (ppb) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pompano Beach, FL | Pompano Beach Utilities | 99,400 | Ground | 0 | 6.3 |
| Fort Lauderdale, FL | City of Fort Lauderdale | 185,163 | Ground | 0 | 5.6 |
| Coral Springs, FL | City of Coral Springs | 65,000 | Ground | 0 | 1.5 |
| Pembroke Pines, FL | City of Pembroke Pines | 187,459 | Ground | 6 | 2.3 |
| Miramar, FL | Miramar Utilities (East and West plants) | 137,107 | Ground | 1 | 8 |
Source: EPA SDWIS.
Water outage pages for nearby cities
Fort Lauderdale, FL · Coral Springs, FL · Pembroke Pines, FL · Miramar, FL
Where to find official Pompano Beach water notices
Official word on main breaks, planned shutoffs and boil advisories comes from City of Pompano Beach Utilities, not from this page. Our water outage guide explains what each kind of notice asks you to do.
Pompano Beach quick answers about water service
Who do I call about no water in Pompano Beach?
City of Pompano Beach Utilities at 954-942-2202, day or night. Use 911 only if a main break is flooding property or roads.
Where does Pompano Beach get its water?
Groundwater supplies Pompano Beach, according to EPA records for Pompano Beach Utilities.
Is Pompano Beach tap water safe to drink?
EPA lists no health-based violations for Pompano Beach Utilities since 2015, and its latest 90th-percentile lead result is 1.1 ppb against the 15 ppb action level. If the utility issues a boil notice, boil water until it announces the all-clear.
Is there a water main break season in Pompano Beach?
Freezing weather is uncommon in Pompano Beach (about 0 days a year), so breaks come mostly from aging pipe, shifting ground after dry spells, high summer demand and digging crews, and they can happen in any month.
Why did the water pressure drop at my house in Pompano Beach?
Low pressure often comes from a nearby main break, heavy demand on a hot evening, or a failed pressure regulator at your own home. If neighbors are affected too, report it to City of Pompano Beach Utilities; if only your home is, check the regulator and shutoff valve.
How long does a boil water notice last in Pompano Beach?
Usually 24 to 48 hours after pressure is restored. The utility has to collect samples, wait for the lab to confirm there is no bacteria, and then announce the all-clear. City of Pompano Beach Utilities posts notices and lifts them; the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and county health departments oversees the process.
How much drinking water should I keep at home in Pompano Beach?
One gallon per person per day is the FEMA minimum. For Pompano Beach that means about 7 gallons to cover three days for an average household of 2.4, and 34 gallons for two weeks.
Should I worry about lead in Pompano Beach water?
It depends on the age of your home. About 36.9% of occupied homes in Pompano Beach were built before 1970, and lead service lines remained legal until 1986. Contact City of Pompano Beach Utilities about your address and flush the cold tap after any outage.
How do I check for water outages near me in Pompano Beach?
There is no pipe-level map on this site. The report counter above reflects what residents of Pompano Beach have sent in over the last day, and City of Pompano Beach Utilities has the official word on main breaks, planned shutoffs and boil notices.
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Water Service Outages in cities near Pompano Beach
- Fort Lauderdale, FL 8 mi · City of Fort Lauderdale Public Works
- Coral Springs, FL 9 mi
- Hollywood, FL 16 mi · City of Hollywood Public Utilities
- Pembroke Pines, FL 17 mi · City of Pembroke Pines Utilities
- Miramar, FL 19 mi · City of Miramar Utilities
- Hialeah, FL 28 mi · Hialeah Department of Water & Sewers
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