Water Quality in Guanica, PR (00653)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 00653.
Active Health Violations
2 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 91% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
8,495
Population
14
Water Systems
50
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (14)
Sabana Grande
1 health-basedLos Canos
Ensenada
Guanica Urbano
All resolvedEnsenada
All resolvedLa Maquina
Rayo
All resolvedEstacion M
Arenas
All resolvedRio Loco
Algarrobo
Cuyon
All resolvedCuyon Water Services Inc.
1 health-basedOchoa Fertilizer
Contaminants Found
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2023
How Does This Compare?
Guanica (00653) has more violations than 91% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 50.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.