33971
Lehigh Acres, FL
Lee County · Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL metro area
LEE COUNTY UTILITIES

Is tap water in Fort Myers (33971) safe to drink?

No recent data
Last tested: Unknown
No Data
Source: EPA UCMR5 utility monitoring plus EPA Water Quality Portal well sampling (mapped to nearest ZIP). Last tested Unknown.
Township:
  • Lehigh Acres CCD, FL
Neighborhood:
  • Lehigh Acres

The short answer for Fort Myers (33971)

Recent public test data for Lehigh Acres is limited. Check local utility reports and monitor updated EPA records for the latest water quality information.

The health risk for Lehigh Acres

No recent contaminant testing data is currently available for this water system in the source dataset.

No specific notes available.

Arsenic concentration (µg/L) February 2022
0 µg/L 10 µg/L 20 µg/L
0.190 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
10 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
2% of limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 10 µg/L | Your water: 0.190 µg/L
Recommended Filters for Lehigh Acres Tap Water

Certified filtration options for common tap-water contaminants.

Water filter recommendation for Lehigh Acres tap water: Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
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Most elevated compounds

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

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L-01968 · Tested: February 2022

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Arsenic 0.190 µg/L 10 µg/L 2% of limit
Lead 0.200 µg/L 15 µg/L 1% of limit
Chromium 0.540 µg/L 100 µg/L 0.5% of limit
Copper 0.400 µg/L 1300 µg/L 0.0% of limit
Nitrate + Nitrite 0.004 mg/L 1E+04 mg/L 0.0% of limit
Alkalinity, total 253.000 mg/L
Aluminum 5.000 µg/L
Ammonia 0.390 mg/L
Antimony 0.050 µg/L
Barium 24.600 µg/L
Beryllium 0.010 µg/L
Cadmium 0.020 µg/L
Calcium 74.900 mg/L
Chloride 62.000 mg/L
Escherichia coli 1.000 MPN/100mL
Fluoride 0.520 mg/L
Iron 110.000 µg/L
Magnesium 22.900 mg/L
Manganese 1.000 µg/L
Molybdenum 0.750 µg/L
Nickel 1.200 µg/L
Nitrogen, mixed forms (NH3)... 0.530 mg/L
Organic carbon 5.600 mg/L
Phosphorus 0.002 mg/L
Potassium 3.900 mg/L
Purge Volume 140.000 gal
Selenium 0.200 µg/L
Silver 0.010 µg/L
Sodium 45.000 mg/L
Sulfate 13.000 mg/L
Thallium 0.100 µg/L
Total Coliform 4.100 MPN/100mL
Total dissolved solids 379.000 mg/L
Total hardness 282.000 mg/L
Total Kjeldahl nitrogen (Or... 0.670 mg/L
True color 39.000 PCU
Water level in well, depth ... 26.300 ft
Zinc 5.000 µg/L

Water utilities serving ZIP 33971

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 33971 Tap Water

What's in ZIP 33971 tap water?

Recent public test data for ZIP 33971 is limited. Check your local utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current information.

Who provides tap water in ZIP 33971?

Public records identify LEE COUNTY UTILITIES as a primary water system associated with ZIP 33971. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 33971 tap water last tested?

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

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 33971?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact LEE COUNTY UTILITIES or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 33971. The EPA also maintains a national CCR locator.

Do I still need a water filter in ZIP 33971?

Even when EPA-tracked compounds are within limits, some households use a certified filter for taste, odor, or to add a margin against trace contaminants below the reporting limit. Match any filter's certifications (NSF/ANSI 42, 53, 58, or P473) to the specific compounds you care about.

Primary source EPA UCMR5 (2023-2025) + EPA WQP (well monitoring near ZIP)
Guideline source EPA PFAS drinking water standard (PFOA/PFOS: 0.004 µg/L, effective 2024, compliance by 2031)
Last tested Unknown
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.