33534
Gibsonton, FL
Hillsborough County · Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metro area
TAMPA BAY SEAWATER DESALINATION FACILITY

Is Gibsonton tap water safe to drink?

Higher concern
Last tested: April 2024
Source: EPA UCMR5 utility monitoring plus EPA Water Quality Portal well sampling (mapped to nearest ZIP). Last tested April 2024.
CDP:
Townships:
  • Palm River-Gibsonton CCD, FL
  • Wimauma-Riverview CCD, FL
Neighborhoods:
  • Gibsonton
  • Oak Drive
  • Random Oaks
  • Sheffield Woods
  • Buckhorn Creek
  • Providence Lakes

The short answer for Gibsonton

Gibsonton tap water has 3 contaminants above EPA guidelines, including PFPeA at 2.6× the limit (tested April 2024). See the full compound-by-compound breakdown and filter recommendations.

The health risk for Gibsonton

PFAS ('forever chemicals') have been detected above EPA limits in this water system's most recent tests. These synthetic chemicals do not break down in the body and are linked to a range of health effects. A certified filter is strongly recommended.
  • PFBS, PFPeA above limit.
PFPeA concentration (µg/L) April 2024
0 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 0.01 µg/L
0.008 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
0.003 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
163% above limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 0.003 µg/L | Your water: 0.008 µg/L
Certified Filters for Gibsonton Tap Water

PFPeA (a PFAS 'forever chemical') was detected above EPA limits. These filters are independently certified to reduce common drinking-water contaminants.

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Most elevated compounds
Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFPeA
Tested: April 2024 · Central		 0.008 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 163% above limit
PFBS
Tested: April 2024 · Central		 0.004 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 50% above limit
PFPeA
Tested: April 2024 · Lithia WTP		 0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 10% above limit
PFOS
Tested: April 2024 · Central		 0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 100% of limit
View all tested compounds

Central · Tested: April 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFPeA 0.008 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 163% above limit
PFBS 0.004 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 50% above limit
PFOS 0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 100% of limit
PFHxA 0.006 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.2% of limit
PFBA 0.006 µg/L 6 µg/L 0.1% of limit
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
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
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
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

Lithia WTP · Tested: April 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFPeA 0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 10% above limit
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
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

Kushmer Int · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Alkalinity, total 165.000 mg/L — —
Aluminum 49.500 µg/L — —
Calcium 219.000 mg/L — —
Chloride 725.000 mg/L — —
Fluoride 0.530 mg/L — —
Iron 55.900 µg/L — —
Magnesium 90.100 mg/L — —
Manganese 2.450 µg/L — —
Potassium 15.500 mg/L — —
Purge Volume 1135.790 gal — —
Silica 23.700 mg/L — —
Sodium 382.000 mg/L — —
Strontium 7190.000 µg/L — —
Sulfate 515.000 mg/L — —
Total dissolved solids 1990.000 mg/L — —

Water utilities serving ZIP 33534

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.

Frequently Asked Questions about ZIP 33534 Tap Water

What contaminants are above EPA limits in ZIP 33534?

ZIP 33534 has 3 contaminants above EPA health guidelines in the latest available data, including PFPeA at 2.6x the EPA guideline. The full table on this page lists every tested compound and its measured level.

Will boiling ZIP 33534 tap water remove PFPeA?

No. Boiling does not remove PFAS, and the compounds can actually become more concentrated as water evaporates. To reduce PFAS at home, use a filter independently certified to NSF/ANSI P473 (activated-carbon pitcher or under-sink) or NSF/ANSI 58 (reverse osmosis).

Do basic pitcher filters remove PFPeA?

Most basic pitcher filters are only certified to NSF/ANSI 42 or 53, which do not cover PFAS. Look for a filter independently certified to NSF/ANSI P473 (activated-carbon pitcher or under-sink) or NSF/ANSI 58 (reverse osmosis) on the spec sheet.

Who provides tap water in ZIP 33534?

Public records identify TAMPA BAY SEAWATER DESALINATION FACILITY as a primary water system associated with ZIP 33534. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 33534 tap water last tested?

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

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 33534?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact TAMPA BAY SEAWATER DESALINATION FACILITY or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 33534. 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 (PFPeA: 0,003 µg/L)
Last tested April 2024
Last page update 2026-05-05

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