Water Quality in HIGHLAND BEACH, FL (33487)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 33487.
12
Total Violations
3
Health-Based
9
Monitoring / Reporting
4
Resolved
What does this mean?
4 of 12 violations have been resolved. 3 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 9 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (12 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 25, 2021 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 15, 2021 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 15, 2021 | Active | N/A |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jul 19, 2021 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jul 19, 2021 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 12, 2021 | Active | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(2)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2022(2)
E. COLI
19
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
How Does This Compare?
HIGHLAND BEACH (33487) has 12 recorded violations, including 3 health-based. 8 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
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.