Water Quality in Lakeland, FL (33881)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 33881.
Active Health Violations
3 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 94% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
40,808
Population
27
Water Systems
75
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (27)
Lakeland, City Of
All resolvedWinter Haven Water Department
1 health-basedNortheast
1 health-basedWinter Haven/Garden Grove Sys
Mariana Acres Water System
Lake ; Golf Estates
Lakeside Ranch Investment Corp
Lucerne Lakeside Mhc
Brookhaven Village
Flamingo Shores Mhp
First Church Of God
Our Lady Guadalupe
Valhalla City Of Winter Haven
The Country Club Of Winter Haven, Inc
1 health-basedAshton Foods
Chevron 121
All resolvedCarefree Center,The
Miracle Toyota
Martinez Apartments ; Service Inc.
Outpost Rv/Mh Park
All resolvedLakmar Motel 2
All resolvedMariana Plaza
Teen Challenge
Tijuana'S Night Club
W.D. Escobar Labor Camp
Tropical Pump And Machinery
Armchair Theatre Inc
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
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 (33881) has more violations than 94% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 75.
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
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.