Water Quality in Ft Lauderdale, FL (33065)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 33065.
Active Health Violations
8 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 100% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
58,916
Population
27
Water Systems
517
Violations (5yr)
8
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (27)
Pembroke Pines, City Of
1 health-basedFort Lauderdale, City Of
Hollywood, City Of
Miramar (East ; West) Plants
City Of Pompano
Plantation, East ; Central
Sunrise Springtree
Bcwws 1a
1 health-basedSunrise Sawgrass
Coral Springs, City Of
Tamarac (West), City Of
City Of Margate
Deerfield Beach, City Of
Fort Lauderdale,Dixie
Lauderhill, City Of
4 health-basedCamp Chipinaw
Little Willies Rv Park/Resort
Lake Rousseau Resort
1 health-basedTampa South Rv Resort Campground
All resolvedWinterwood Mobile Home Park
Lake Wales Campground
Oak Pond Adult M.H. Estates
1 health-basedPalm Shores Mobile Village, Llc
Mclay Schwarts Warehouse
Shady Oaks Mobile Home ; Rv Park
Quail Roost Rv Campground
All resolvedSunrise Management
All resolvedContaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Ft Lauderdale (33065) has more violations than 100% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 517.
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
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) 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.