Is Hollywood, FL Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Hollywood tap water meets federal Safe Drinking Water Act standards but 5 of 5 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 Hollywood Get Its Water?
Water in Hollywood, FL is provided by 6 public water systems: HOLLYWOOD, CITY OF, DAVIE, TOWN OF, #3 ; #5, PEMBROKE PINES, CITY OF, BCWWS 3B/C, SUNRISE SAWGRASS and SUNRISE SPRINGTREE.
How Is Hollywood Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using calcium hypochlorite and free chlorine. 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 Hollywood Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Hollywood public water systems. 5 of 5 ZIP codes showed detections above EPA health guidelines.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PFOS | 0.0209 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 5 ZIPs | Above guideline |
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 6:2 FTS | 0.0084 µg/L | — | 3 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFPeA | 0.0078 µg/L | — | 4 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Hollywood
Based on EPA monitoring data, 5 of 5 ZIP codes in Hollywood 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 Hollywood Tap Water
Is Hollywood tap water safe to drink?
Hollywood 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 Hollywood tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Hollywood water systems include: PFOS, lithium, 6:2 FTS. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Hollywood get its drinking water?
Hollywood receives water from 6 public water systems, including HOLLYWOOD, CITY OF.
Do I need a water filter in Hollywood?
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 Hollywood tap water tested?
Public water systems in Hollywood 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 Hollywood
- 33019 - Hollywood CCD, Hollywood tap water report Higher concern
- 33020 - West Hollywood, Hollywood tap water report Higher concern
- 33021 - West Hollywood, Hollywood tap water report Higher concern
- 33022 - Hollywood CCD, Hollywood tap water report Higher concern
- 33024 - Pembroke Pines, Hollywood tap water report Higher concern
Water utilities serving Hollywood, 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.
- HOLLYWOOD, CITY OFAction advised
- PEMBROKE PINES, CITY OFAction advised
- SEMINOLE - BIG CYPRESSNo recent federal sampling
- SEMINOLE - BRIGHTON RESERVATIONNo recent federal sampling
Also covers / overlaps with
- Hollywood CCD, FL · Township
- Cooper City, FL
- Davie, FL
- Davie CCD, FL · Township
- Miramar-Pembroke Pines CCD, FL · Township
- Pembroke Pines, FL