Water Quality in West Palm Beach, FL (33472)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 33472.
Active Health Violations
9 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 92% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
18,885
Population
32
Water Systems
58
Violations (5yr)
9
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (32)
Palm Beach County Water Utilities
1 health-basedWest Palm Beach Wtp
5 health-basedBoca Raton Wtp
All resolvedBoynton Beach Pws
Seacoast Utilities Authority
Palm Beach County Wtp #9
Jupiter Public Water System,Town Of
Delray Beach Public Water System
Palm Beach County #2 Wtp
Palm Beach County #1 Wtp
Wellington Wtp
T & M Truck Stop
Elks Lodge #2558 (B.P.O.E.)
Key Stop-Yeehaw Junction
Indian River Community College
Faith Farm Ministries
3 health-basedStuckey'S Pecan Shoppe, #190
Desert Inn
Charles Line/Ch Mcarthur Dairy
C M Line/Ch Mcarthur Dairy
Mcarthur Dairy-Triangle
Chapel Line/Ch Mcarthur Dairy
Hetrick Trailer Park
Big Lake Bowl
Charles Mcarthur Dairies
Tony'S Auto Parts
Carl Teel'S Texaco
Selma'S Motel
L J Harvey Phillips 66 Stat
Florida Power ; Light Co.
Mc Culler'S 76 Station
Charles Mcarthur Dairies
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
West Palm Beach (33472) has more violations than 92% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 58.
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.
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.