Water Quality in Ponce, PR (00715)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 00715.
Past Health-Based Violations
24 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 48 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 94% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
2,082
Population
8
Water Systems
72
Violations (5yr)
24
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (8)
Ponce Urbano
17 health-basedJuana Diaz Urbano
Cotto Laurel
7 health-basedExperimental
All resolvedAruz
All resolvedJacaguas
All resolvedDestileria Serralles
Essilor Industries
All resolvedContaminants Found
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.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Ponce (00715) has more violations than 94% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 72.
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.
Whole House Carbon Filter
A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.
Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 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.