Water Quality in Lakeland, FL (33841)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 33841.
Active Health Violations
7 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 97% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
8,005
Population
31
Water Systems
111
Violations (5yr)
7
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (31)
Lakeland, City Of
All resolvedWinter Haven Water Department
1 health-basedNortheast
1 health-basedCity Of Fort Meade
All resolvedMosaic Fertilizer Llc - South Ft. Meade
All resolvedRocks Fish Camp
Frostproof Groves
All resolvedFowler Grocery
Uss Agri-Chem
Central Florida Eye Clinic
Hammock Lake Mobile Home And Rv Park Inc
1 health-basedAction Ministries Inc.
Brewster Gulf Ser Sta
Full Gospel Fellowship Church
Judy'S Country Kitchen
Full Gospel Fellowship Church
Alcoa, Inc.- Fort Meade Works
Mcduffie Mobile Home Park
Us Agri-Chem
Jacobs Trailers
Flywheeler Park
Lake Buffum Quick Stop
Us Agri-Chem./Ft. Meade Chem Plant
Mosaic Fertilizer Llc
Fort Meade Peace River Park
All resolvedJenkins Ford
Green Point Research
All resolvedNovaphos Developement Llc
4 health-basedDean'S Trailer Park/E Dean Sr
Esskay Cottages/Mrs Steve Keen
Lamb Brothers Construction
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Lakeland (33841) has more violations than 97% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 111.
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.