Is Sebastian, FL Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Sebastian, FL tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Contaminants including lithium have been detected at or below guideline thresholds.
Where Does Sebastian Get Its Water?
Water in Sebastian, FL is provided by 1 public water system: INDIAN RIVER COUNTY UTILITIES (2 WTPS).
How Is Sebastian Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine. Treatment includes air stripping, conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration) and membrane filtration.
What's in Sebastian Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Sebastian public water systems. All detected levels fall at or below EPA health guidelines in this dataset.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFBA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| HFPO-DA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 11Cl-PF3OUdS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Sebastian
Current EPA monitoring data for Sebastian shows contaminant levels within guideline thresholds across all ZIP codes in this dataset. As with all public water systems, sensitive populations may choose to use a certified filter for additional peace of mind.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sebastian Tap Water
Is Sebastian tap water safe to drink?
Sebastian tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Sensitive populations may still choose to use a certified filter as a precaution.
What contaminants are in Sebastian tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Sebastian water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, PFBA. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Sebastian get its drinking water?
Sebastian receives water from one public water system, including INDIAN RIVER COUNTY UTILITIES (2 WTPS).
Do I need a water filter in Sebastian?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in Sebastian. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is Sebastian tap water tested?
Public water systems in Sebastian 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 2024-02-15.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Sebastian
- 32958 - Sebastian tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving Sebastian, 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.
- INDIAN RIVER COUNTY UTILITIES (2 WTPS)Looks OK
- IR1183 (WQP)No recent federal sampling
Also covers / overlaps with
- Fellsmere CCD, FL · Township
- Roseland, FL · CDP
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