32641
Gainesville, FL
Alachua County · Gainesville, FL metro area
GRU - MURPHREE WTP

Is tap water in Hawthorne CCD (32641) safe to drink?

Some concern
Last tested: September 2024
Source: EPA UCMR5 utility monitoring plus EPA Water Quality Portal well sampling (mapped to nearest ZIP). Last tested September 2024.
Townships:
  • Micanopy CCD, FL
  • Hawthorne CCD, FL
  • Gainesville CCD, FL
  • Waldo CCD, FL
Neighborhood:
  • Gainesville

The short answer for Hawthorne CCD (32641)

Gainesville tap water has 5 detected contaminants, currently below EPA limits (tested July 2024). Arsenic measured closest to the threshold. See the full compound-by-compound report.

The health risk for Gainesville

Arsenic was detected in local water tests, currently below EPA limits. Even below-limit detections can still be meaningful for sensitive households, so a targeted certified filter can add protection.
  • PFAS or other chemicals detected; no confirmed exceedances in multiple samples.
Arsenic concentration (µg/L) July 2024
0 µg/L 10 µg/L 20 µg/L
3.872 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
10 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
39% of limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 10 µg/L | Your water: 3.872 µg/L
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Arsenic was detected below EPA limits. A certified filter can still add an extra layer of protection.

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Most elevated compounds

No compounds above or close to EPA limits in available data.

View all tested compounds

A-0979 · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Arsenic 3.872 µg/L 10 µg/L 39% of limit
Chromium 5.767 µg/L 100 µg/L 6% of limit
Lead 0.071 µg/L 15 µg/L 0.5% of limit
Copper 0.911 µg/L 1300 µg/L 0.1% of limit
Nitrate + Nitrite 0.029 mg/L 1E+04 mg/L 0.0% of limit
Alkalinity, total 5.000 mg/L
Aluminum 6.039 µg/L
Ammonia-nitrogen 0.005 mg/L
Antimony 0.500 µg/L
Barium 7.562 µg/L
Beryllium 0.050 µg/L
Cadmium 0.114 µg/L
Calcium 0.744 mg/L
Chloride 5.490 mg/L
Iron 23.224 µg/L
Magnesium 0.558 mg/L
Manganese 0.500 µg/L
Molybdenum 1.000 µg/L
Nickel 0.500 µg/L
Organic carbon 1.000 mg/L
Orthophosphate 0.012 mg/L
Phosphorus 0.020 mg/L
Potassium 0.500 mg/L
Selenium 5.000 µg/L
Silver 0.050 µg/L
Sodium 3.299 mg/L
Strontium 39.866 µg/L
Sulfate 3.000 mg/L
Thallium 0.061 µg/L
Tin 0.500 µg/L
Total dissolved solids 36.000 mg/L
Total hardness 126.018 mg/L
Total Kjeldahl nitrogen (Or... 0.050 mg/L
Vanadium 8.043 µg/L
Water level in well, depth ... 11.470 ft
Zinc 5.000 µg/L

Murphree WTP · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 µg/L Below limit
PFHxS <0.003 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFHxA <0.003 µg/L 3 µg/L Below limit
PFBA <0.005 µg/L 6 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFBS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFOA <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFOS <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFPeA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

Water utilities serving ZIP 32641

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. Outlines appear when service-area boundary data is available for this ZIP.

Frequently Asked Questions about ZIP 32641 Tap Water

What's in ZIP 32641 tap water?

ZIP 32641 has 5 detected contaminants below EPA limits in this dataset. Arsenic measured closest to its guideline.

Will boiling ZIP 32641 tap water remove Arsenic?

Boiling tap water can kill many pathogens, but it does not remove most chemical contaminants tracked in EPA monitoring. Several dissolved contaminants can even concentrate as water evaporates. For the chemical contaminants reported in ZIP 32641, a certified filter is more reliable.

Do basic pitcher filters remove Arsenic?

Basic pitcher filters are typically rated for chlorine, taste, and odor (NSF/ANSI 42), not for the broader list of contaminants tracked in EPA monitoring. Match the certification (NSF/ANSI 42, 53, 58, or P473) to the specific compounds listed in this report before assuming a filter helps.

Who provides tap water in ZIP 32641?

Public records identify GRU - MURPHREE WTP as a primary water system associated with ZIP 32641. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 32641 tap water last tested?

The most recent test date used in this report is September 2024. EnviroClarity last refreshed this page on 2026-05-05.

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 32641?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact GRU - MURPHREE WTP or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 32641. The EPA also maintains a national CCR locator.

Primary source EPA UCMR5 (2023-2025) + EPA WQP (well monitoring near ZIP)
Guideline source EPA drinking water standard (PFHpA: 0,003 µg/L)
Last tested September 2024
Last page update 2026-05-05

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    Data reflects publicly reported utility records from EPA datasets and local utility disclosures. This information is educational and not medical advice.

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