City of Clermont and City of Mount Dora water systems

Water in South Lake County: Clermont & Mount Dora

Clermont and Mount Dora each run their own groundwater systems. Clermont has two separate public water systems, split by US Highway 27, so which side of the highway you live on matters.

Communities: Clermont · Minneola · Mount Dora

Where your water comes from, per official reports

  • Clermont draws Floridan Aquifer water from eight wells and says it typically needs only chlorine disinfection. [1]
  • Clermont reports separately for PWS East and PWS West, with US Highway 27 as the dividing line. [2]
  • Mount Dora publishes its own annual water quality report (PWS ID 3350858). [3]

What a utility report can't tell you about your home

  • Water that's only disinfected keeps its natural minerals, so hardness and scale are common things homeowners notice.
  • Historic Mount Dora homes may have older plumbing. Rural properties outside city service are often on private wells.

What we check during your free in-home visit

  • Hardness and scale on fixtures and water heaters
  • Chlorine taste
  • Iron staining from irrigation
  • Well-water screening for rural properties

An in-home test is a screening, not a certified laboratory analysis or a statement that water is safe to drink. For urgent concerns, follow your utility's official notices or contact your county health department.

Treatment options to compare after testing

Related reading

Frequently asked questions

Which Clermont report should I read?

If you're east of US 27, read the PWS East data. If you're west of it, read PWS West.

Do you serve Mount Dora?

Yes. Mount Dora is near the outer edge of our usual service area. Call or book online and we'll confirm a visit time.

Why is there so much scale in my shower?

Groundwater that's only disinfected keeps its natural minerals. A free test measures your hardness so a softener can be sized correctly, if you need one.

Sources

Official sources reviewed October 2026. Reports are updated yearly, so always check the latest edition.

  1. [1] City of Clermont — Water / Wastewater
  2. [2] City of Clermont — Water Quality Report archive (2025)
  3. [3] City of Mount Dora Annual Water Quality Report 2025 (2025)