Water Pressure Test Results for 55th Ave & 59th Ave
The City of St. Pete Beach has heard from several residents who were concerned about water pressure to their homes. We are eager to resolve any issues we may have with our water service lines. As a result of the concerns voiced by residents, we asked Pinellas County Utilities to test the pressure in our water lines to determine if homes in your neighborhood were receiving adequate pressure. Pinellas County conducted tests on the water service lines from March 15 to March 29. The results of the tests found that the potable water system serving residents of 55th Avenue and 59th Avenue has more than adequate water pressure.
The American Water Works established a minimum pressure requirement of 20 PSI for water pressure entering homes. The average PSI for your neighborhood ranged from 50.7 PSI to 51.6 PSI. These tests were conducted during the peak tourist season which means that as demand decreases, the water pressure will improve even more. The following is a specific breakdown of the test results from Pinellas County Utilities.
3-15 to 3-29 East end of 55th Ave
Max 69.4 PSI / Min 27.7 PSI Avg 51.6 PSI
3-15 to 3-29 55th Ave & Aloha
Max 69.8 PSI / Min 30.0 PSI Avg 51.1 PSI
3-15 to 3-29 East end of 59th Ave
Max 69.4 PSI / Min 30.5 PSI Avg 51.3 PSI
3-15 to 3-29 59th Ave & Bimini Way
Max 68.4 PSI / Min 29.1 PSI Avg 50.7 PSI
As you can see from these test results, the water pressure for your neighborhood exceeds the minimum standard requirements. Any problems you may be experiencing are likely attributed to faulty design or obstructed water service lines on the private residence’s side of the meter. If you would like to schedule Pinellas County Utilities to conduct specific testing for just your home, at not cost, you can call 464-4000 to have PCU test for service.
The City of St. Pete Beach is committed to working with Pinellas County to make the necessary improvements to resolve any identified problem with the potable water system.