Is Fort Lauderdale, FL Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Fort Lauderdale tap water meets federal Safe Drinking Water Act standards but 12 of 15 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 Fort Lauderdale Get Its Water?
Water in Fort Lauderdale, FL is provided by 10 public water systems: FORT LAUDERDALE, CITY OF, DAVIE, TOWN OF, #3 ; #5, HOLLYWOOD, CITY OF, LAUDERHILL, CITY OF, OAKLAND PARK CITY OF, POMPANO BEACH, CITY OF, TAMARAC (EAST), CITY OF, WILTON MANORS, CITY OF, SUNRISE SAWGRASS and SUNRISE SPRINGTREE.
How Is Fort Lauderdale Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine and calcium hypochlorite. Treatment includes air stripping, conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration), direct filtration, ion exchange, in-line filtration, membrane filtration and slow sand filtration.
What's in Fort Lauderdale Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Fort Lauderdale public water systems. 12 of 15 ZIP codes showed detections above EPA health guidelines.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PFOS | 0.037 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 11 ZIPs | Above guideline |
| 6:2 FTS | 0.062 µg/L | 0.005 µg/L | 5 ZIPs | Above guideline |
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFPeA | 0.0097 µg/L | — | 8 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFBA | 0.0089 µg/L | — | 8 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Fort Lauderdale
Based on EPA monitoring data, 12 of 15 ZIP codes in Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale Tap Water
Is Fort Lauderdale tap water safe to drink?
Fort Lauderdale tap water meets Safe Drinking Water Act requirements but 12 of 15 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 Fort Lauderdale tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Fort Lauderdale water systems include: PFOS, 6:2 FTS, lithium. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Fort Lauderdale get its drinking water?
Fort Lauderdale receives water from 10 public water systems, including FORT LAUDERDALE, CITY OF.
Do I need a water filter in Fort Lauderdale?
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 Fort Lauderdale tap water tested?
Public water systems in Fort Lauderdale 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 2025-07-24.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Fort Lauderdale
- 33301 - Fort Lauderdale CCD, Fort Lauderdale tap water report Higher concern
- 33304 - Fort Lauderdale CCD, Fort Lauderdale tap water report Higher concern
- 33305 - Wilton Manors, Fort Lauderdale tap water report Higher concern
- 33306 - Oakland Park, Fort Lauderdale tap water report Higher concern
- 33308 - Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Fort Lauderdale tap water report Higher concern
- 33309 - Tamarac, Fort Lauderdale tap water report Higher concern
- 33310 - Fort Lauderdale tap water report Some concern
- 33311 - Lauderhill, Fort Lauderdale tap water report Higher concern
- 33312 - Dania Beach, Fort Lauderdale tap water report Higher concern
- 33315 - Hollywood CCD, Fort Lauderdale tap water report Higher concern
- 33316 - Hollywood, Fort Lauderdale tap water report Higher concern
- 33320 - Fort Lauderdale tap water report Some concern
- 33329 - Fort Lauderdale tap water report Some concern
- 33335 - Fort Lauderdale tap water report Higher concern
- 33339 - Fort Lauderdale tap water report Higher concern
Water utilities serving Fort Lauderdale, 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.
- BCWWS 1AAction advised
- DAVIE, TOWN OF, #3 ; #5Action advised
- FORT LAUDERDALE, CITY OFAction advised
- LAUDERHILL, CITY OFAction advised
- OAKLAND PARK CITY OFAction advised
- SUNRISE SAWGRASSAction advised
- SUNRISE SOUTHWESTAction advised
- TAMARAC (WEST), CITY OFAction advised
- SUNRISE WATER, LLCNo recent federal sampling