Is Wildwood, FL Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Wildwood tap water meets federal Safe Drinking Water Act standards but 3 of 4 ZIP codes show detections above EPA health guidelines, primarily for PFBS. A certified filter is recommended for households that want an additional layer of protection.
Where Does Wildwood Get Its Water?
Water in Wildwood, FL is provided by 4 public water systems: WILDWOOD, CITY OF (7 WPS), CSU WTP NO. 1, SOUTH SUMTER UTILITIES and VILLAGE OF PINE RIDGE (CONSEC).
How Is Wildwood Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using chloramines and free chlorine. Treatment includes air stripping, conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration) and groundwater disinfection.
What's in Wildwood Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Wildwood public water systems. 3 of 4 ZIP codes showed detections above EPA health guidelines.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PFBS | 0.013 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 2 ZIPs | Above guideline |
| PFHxS | 0.0058 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 1 ZIP | Above guideline |
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFPeA | 0.0075 µg/L | — | 2 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFOA | 0.0072 µg/L | — | 2 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Wildwood
Based on EPA monitoring data, 3 of 4 ZIP codes in Wildwood 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 Wildwood Tap Water
Is Wildwood tap water safe to drink?
Wildwood tap water meets Safe Drinking Water Act requirements but 3 of 4 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 Wildwood tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Wildwood water systems include: PFBS, PFHxS, lithium. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Wildwood get its drinking water?
Wildwood receives water from 4 public water systems, including WILDWOOD, CITY OF (7 WPS).
Do I need a water filter in Wildwood?
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 Wildwood tap water tested?
Public water systems in Wildwood 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 2025-09-25.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Wildwood
- 32163 - The Villages, Wildwood tap water report Higher concern
- 33585 - Bushnell-Center Hill CCD, Wildwood tap water report No recent data
- 34484 - Oxford, Wildwood tap water report Higher concern
- 34785 - Wildwood CCD, Wildwood tap water report Higher concern
Water utilities serving Wildwood, 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.
- CSU WTP NO. 1Action advised
- NORTH SUMTER UTILITY 3WPSAction advised
- VILLAGES OF LAKE-SUMTER - WTPS 1, 3, ; 5Action advised
- WILDWOOD, CITY OF (7 WPS)Action advised
- NS-3 U Fldn Aq Monitor (WQP)No recent federal sampling
- WILDWOOD WATER SYSTEMNo recent federal sampling
Also covers / overlaps with
- Wildwood CCD, FL · Township
- Bushnell-Center Hill CCD, FL · Township
- Fruitland Park, FL
- Leesburg CCD, FL · Township
- Oxford, FL · Community
- Sumterville, FL · Community
- The Villages, FL · CDP