Daytona Beach
FL

Is Daytona Beach, FL Tap Water Safe to Drink?

Daytona Beach tap water meets federal Safe Drinking Water Act standards but 5 of 5 ZIP codes show detections above EPA health guidelines, primarily for PFHxS. A certified filter is recommended for households that want an additional layer of protection.

4Water systems
5ZIP codes
100%ZIPs above EPA guideline
Metro areaDeltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach, FL
Latest data2024-10-15

Where Does Daytona Beach Get Its Water?

Water in Daytona Beach, FL is provided by 4 public water systems: DAYTONA BEACH, CITY OF, CITY OF HOLLY HILL, SOUTH DAYTONA, CITY OF and VC/SPRUCE CREEK WTP-15.

How Is Daytona Beach Tap Water Treated?

Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine and calcium hypochlorite and chloramines and ozone. Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration), groundwater disinfection, membrane filtration, post-ozone biofiltration and slow sand filtration.

What's in Daytona Beach Tap Water?

The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Daytona Beach public water systems. 5 of 5 ZIP codes showed detections above EPA health guidelines.

ContaminantPeak detectedEPA guidelineZIPs detectedStatus
PFHxS 0.0069 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 5 ZIPs Above guideline
PFTrDA 0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L 1 ZIP Above guideline
lithium 9 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
PFBA 0.005 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
11Cl-PF3OUdS 0.005 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline

Health Risk Profile for Daytona Beach

Based on EPA monitoring data, 5 of 5 ZIP codes in Daytona Beach have recorded detections above EPA health guidelines. Sensitive populations such as infants, pregnant individuals, and those with weakened immune systems may benefit from an additional layer of protection such as a certified point-of-use filter.

Best Broad-Spectrum Filters for This Water Profile

This city profile includes PFAS detections, chlorine disinfection, and other dissolved contaminants. Reverse osmosis (RO) systems certified under NSF/ANSI 58 provide broad reduction coverage; for PFAS specifically, confirm NSF/ANSI P473 or equivalent PFAS reduction certification.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Daytona Beach Tap Water

Is Daytona Beach tap water safe to drink?

Daytona Beach tap water meets Safe Drinking Water Act requirements but 5 of 5 ZIP codes show contaminant levels above EPA health-based guidelines. A certified point-of-use filter adds an extra layer of protection.

What contaminants are in Daytona Beach tap water?

The most commonly detected contaminants in Daytona Beach water systems include: PFHxS, PFTrDA, lithium. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.

Where does Daytona Beach get its drinking water?

Daytona Beach receives water from 4 public water systems, including DAYTONA BEACH, CITY OF.

Do I need a water filter in Daytona Beach?

If your ZIP code is among those with detections above EPA health guidelines, choose a filter certified for the specific contaminants shown in your ZIP report. Reverse osmosis is generally the broadest option for PFAS, lithium, and many other dissolved contaminants.

How often is Daytona Beach tap water tested?

Public water systems in Daytona Beach are required by the EPA to test for regulated contaminants on schedules ranging from daily (for microbials and disinfectants) to annual or triennial (for many chemical contaminants). Results are published in annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The data on this page reflects the most recent available EPA monitoring results, with the latest sample date of 2024-10-15.

Tap water reports by ZIP in Daytona Beach

Water utilities serving Daytona Beach, FL

Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.

Modeled boundaries are shown with a dashed outline.

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