Is East Lake, FL Tap Water Safe to Drink?
East Lake tap water meets federal Safe Drinking Water Act standards but 1 of 2 ZIP codes show detections above EPA health guidelines, primarily for PFOS. A certified filter is recommended for households that want an additional layer of protection.
Where Does East Lake Get Its Water?
Water in East Lake, FL is provided by 3 public water systems: KOHALA RANCH WATER CO., TARPON SPRINGS WATER SYSTEM and PINELLAS COUNTY UTILITIES.
How Is East Lake Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using calcium hypochlorite and free chlorine and chloramines. Treatment includes air stripping, conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration), groundwater disinfection, membrane filtration, post-ozone biofiltration and slow sand filtration.
What's in East Lake Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in East Lake public water systems. 1 of 2 ZIP codes showed detections above EPA health guidelines.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PFOS | 0.0363 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 1 ZIP | Above guideline |
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 11Cl-PF3OUdS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.005 µg/L | 1 ZIP | Within guideline |
| 8:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for East Lake
Based on EPA monitoring data, 1 of 2 ZIP codes in East Lake 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Lake Tap Water
Is East Lake tap water safe to drink?
East Lake tap water meets Safe Drinking Water Act requirements but 1 of 2 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 East Lake tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in East Lake water systems include: PFOS, lithium, PFTrDA. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does East Lake get its drinking water?
East Lake receives water from 3 public water systems, including KOHALA RANCH WATER CO..
Do I need a water filter in East Lake?
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 East Lake tap water tested?
Public water systems in East Lake 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 2025-05-05.
Tap water reports by ZIP in East Lake
- 34685 - Palm Harbor, East Lake tap water report Some concern
- 34688 - Tarpon Springs, East Lake tap water report Higher concern
Water utilities serving East Lake, 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.
- TARPON SPRINGS WATER SYSTEMAction advised
- KOHALA RANCH WATER CO.Looks OK
- PINELLAS COUNTY UTILITIESLooks OK
- East Lake Woodlands Fldn (WQP)No recent federal sampling
- NWHWRAP-1D DEEP U FLDN AQ MONITOR (WQP)No recent federal sampling
Also covers / overlaps with
- Tarpon Springs CCD, FL · Township
- Palm Harbor, FL · Community
- Tarpon Springs, FL · Community