Water Quality in Lakeland, FL (33843)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 33843.
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 98% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
11,220
Population
40
Water Systems
159
Violations (5yr)
9
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (40)
Lakeland, City Of
All resolvedWinter Haven Water Department
1 health-basedNortheast
1 health-basedFrostproof, City Of
3 health-basedLakemont Ridge Home ; Rv Park
2 health-basedSouthern Pines Resort
1 health-basedChurch On The Ridge
Lakeview Park
Emmanuel Baptist Fellowship
All resolvedLittle Sun Ray
Cargill Juice Na, Inc. Wtp
Whidden Mobile Home Park
Hopson Grocery
Shepherd S/D
All resolvedMarlows Rest/Frostproof Oil Co
Brookwood Lodge, Palmetto Spng
First Baptist Hilltop Church
First Baptist-Spanish Mission
First Christian Church/Frostpr
All resolved27 Truckstop
Gracia, Jose Labor Camp
Ft. Meade Labor Camp #2 (Yellow)
All resolvedRink-E-Dink Lounge
Blue Front
Davis, Thomas E Inc
Robarts #2 Mobile Home Park
Lake Buffum Baptist Church
Ft Meade Labor Camp #1
All resolvedWest Frostproof Baptist Church
American Legion Hall
Meza West Frostproof
Hilltop Inn
Pleasant View Mhp
1 health-basedWill Duke Apartments (Fka Southern Oaks)
All resolvedFrostproof Golf Links
Saint City
All resolvedLivingston Creek - Reedy Creek Ii Camp
All resolvedBertis White Tr Pk/B White
Fuller Trailer Pk/John Fuller
Neeler Tr.Pk./John Neeler
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Lakeland (33843) has more violations than 98% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 159.
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.