34788
Leesburg, FL
Lake County · Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL metro area
LEESBURG EAST (2WPS)

Is tap water in Silver Lake (34788) safe to drink?

Higher concern
Last tested: December 2023
Source: EPA UCMR5 utility monitoring plus EPA Water Quality Portal well sampling (mapped to nearest ZIP). Last tested December 2023.
CDPs:
Township:
  • Leesburg East CCD, FL
Neighborhood:
  • Leesburg

The short answer for Silver Lake (34788)

Leesburg tap water has PFOS above EPA guidelines at 2.8× the limit (tested December 2023). See the full report with all tested compounds and filter options.

The health risk for Leesburg

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.
  • PFOS above limit.
PFOS concentration (µg/L) December 2023
0 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 0.02 µg/L
0.011 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
0.004 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
175% above limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 0.004 µg/L | Your water: 0.011 µg/L
Certified Filters for Leesburg Tap Water

PFOS (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
PFOS
Tested: December 2023 · LAKE SQUARE MALL		 0.011 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 175% above limit
PFHxS
Tested: December 2023 · LAKE SQUARE MALL		 0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 92% of limit
View all tested compounds

LAKE SQUARE MALL · Tested: December 2023

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFOS 0.011 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 175% above limit
PFHxS 0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 92% of limit
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 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
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

AIRPORT · Tested: December 2023

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

L-0599 · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Chromium 2.800 µg/L 100 µg/L 3% of limit
Arsenic 0.190 µg/L 10 µg/L 2% of limit
Lead 0.250 µg/L 15 µg/L 2% of limit
Copper 7.140 µg/L 1300 µg/L 0.5% of limit
Nitrate + Nitrite 0.980 mg/L 1E+04 mg/L 0.0% of limit
Alkalinity, total 2.500 mg/L — —
Aluminum 286.000 µg/L — —
Ammonia-nitrogen 0.002 mg/L — —
Antimony 0.054 µg/L — —
Barium 25.100 µg/L — —
Beryllium 0.080 µg/L — —
Cadmium 0.035 µg/L — —
Calcium 3.980 mg/L — —
Chloride 10.000 mg/L — —
Escherichia coli 1.000 MPN/100mL — —
Fluoride 0.026 mg/L — —
Iron 50.000 µg/L — —
Magnesium 2.300 mg/L — —
Manganese 24.100 µg/L — —
Molybdenum 0.330 µg/L — —
Nickel 1.900 µg/L — —
Nitrogen, mixed forms (NH3)... 0.970 mg/L — —
Organic carbon 0.770 mg/L — —
Orthophosphate 0.016 mg/L — —
Phosphorus 0.028 mg/L — —
Potassium 4.500 mg/L — —
Purge Volume 38.000 gal — —
Selenium 0.460 µg/L — —
Silver 0.014 µg/L — —
Sodium 3.700 mg/L — —
Strontium 716.574 µg/L — —
Sulfate 11.000 mg/L — —
Thallium 0.100 µg/L — —
Tin 0.500 µg/L — —
Total Coliform 1.000 MPN/100mL — —
Total dissolved solids 55.000 mg/L — —
Total hardness 19.400 mg/L — —
Total Kjeldahl nitrogen (Or... 0.086 mg/L — —
True color 2.500 PCU — —
Vanadium 0.500 µg/L — —
Water level in well, depth ... 53.700 ft — —
Zinc 9.200 µg/L — —

Water utilities serving ZIP 34788

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 34788 Tap Water

What contaminants are above EPA limits in ZIP 34788?

ZIP 34788 has PFOS above EPA health guidelines in the latest available data at 2.8x the EPA guideline. The full table on this page lists every tested compound and its measured level.

Will boiling ZIP 34788 tap water remove PFOS?

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 PFOS?

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 34788?

Public records identify LEESBURG EAST (2WPS) as a primary water system associated with ZIP 34788. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 34788 tap water last tested?

The most recent test date used in this report is December 2023. EnviroClarity last refreshed this page on 2026-05-05.

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 34788?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact LEESBURG EAST (2WPS) or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 34788. The EPA also maintains a national CCR locator.

Primary source EPA UCMR5 (2023-2025) + EPA WQP (well monitoring near ZIP)
Guideline source EPA PFAS drinking water standard (PFOS: 0,004 µg/L, effective 2024, compliance by 2031)
Last tested December 2023
Last page update 2026-05-05

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