33624
Carrollwood, FL
Hillsborough County · Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metro area
HCPUD/NORTHWEST UTILITIES

Is tap water in Carrollwood Lakes (33624) safe to drink?

Some concern
Last tested: April 2024
Source: EPA UCMR5 utility monitoring plus EPA Water Quality Portal well sampling (mapped to nearest ZIP). Last tested April 2024.
CDP:
Township:
  • Keystone-Citrus Park CCD, FL
Community:
  • Tampa, FL
Neighborhoods:
  • Carrollwood Lakes
  • Citrus Park Community

The short answer for Carrollwood Lakes (33624)

Carrollwood tap water has 6 detected contaminants, currently below EPA limits (tested April 2024). 8:2 FTS measured closest to the threshold. See the full compound-by-compound report.

The health risk for Carrollwood

PFAS traces were detected in local water tests, though levels are currently below EPA limits. Since no amount of PFAS is considered completely safe by health researchers, a certified filter adds a meaningful layer of protection, especially for children.
  • PFAS or other chemicals detected; no confirmed exceedances in multiple samples.
8:2 FTS concentration (µg/L) April 2024
0 µg/L 0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L
0.005 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
0.005 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
100% of limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 0.005 µg/L | Your water: 0.005 µg/L
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8:2 FTS (a PFAS 'forever chemical') was detected below EPA limits. A certified filter can still add an extra layer of protection.

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Most elevated compounds
Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
8:2 FTS
Tested: April 2024 · Fawnridge		 0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L 100% of limit
View all tested compounds

CLAYWELL ELEM. FL · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Arsenic 0.390 µg/L 10 µg/L 4% of limit
Lead 0.250 µg/L 15 µg/L 2% of limit
Chromium 1.600 µg/L 100 µg/L 2% of limit
Copper 2.150 µg/L 1300 µg/L 0.2% of limit
Nitrate + Nitrite 0.004 mg/L 1E+04 mg/L 0.0% of limit
Alkalinity, total 178.000 mg/L — —
Aluminum 1750.000 µg/L — —
Ammonia 0.066 mg/L — —
Ammonia-nitrogen 0.110 mg/L — —
Antimony 0.120 µg/L — —
Barium 203.000 µg/L — —
Beryllium 0.770 µg/L — —
Cadmium 0.215 µg/L — —
Calcium 11.200 mg/L — —
Chloride 20.000 mg/L — —
Escherichia coli 10.000 MPN/100mL — —
Fecal Coliform 2.000 cfu/100mL — —
Fluoride 0.087 mg/L — —
Iron 5100.000 µg/L — —
Magnesium 0.940 mg/L — —
Manganese 22.400 µg/L — —
Molybdenum 0.150 µg/L — —
Nickel 1.800 µg/L — —
Nitrogen, mixed forms (NH3)... 0.540 mg/L — —
Organic carbon 7.400 mg/L — —
Orthophosphate 0.004 mg/L — —
Phosphorus 0.047 mg/L — —
Potassium 0.390 mg/L — —
Purge Volume 27.200 gal — —
Selenium 0.480 µg/L — —
Silver 0.010 µg/L — —
Sodium 1.900 mg/L — —
Sulfate 2.100 mg/L — —
Thallium 0.210 µg/L — —
Total Coliform 17.300 MPN/100mL — —
Total dissolved solids 55.000 mg/L — —
Total hardness 211.000 mg/L — —
Total Kjeldahl nitrogen (Or... 0.330 mg/L — —
True color 38.000 PCU — —
Water level in well, depth ... 7.900 ft — —
Zinc 5.000 µg/L — —

Fawnridge · Tested: April 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
8:2 FTS 0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L 100% of limit
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

Lake Park · Tested: April 2024

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

Water utilities serving ZIP 33624

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 33624 Tap Water

What's in ZIP 33624 tap water?

ZIP 33624 has 6 detected contaminants below EPA limits in this dataset. 8:2 FTS measured closest to its guideline.

Will boiling ZIP 33624 tap water remove 8:2 FTS?

Boiling tap water can kill many pathogens, but it does not remove most chemical contaminants tracked in EPA monitoring. Several dissolved contaminants can even concentrate as water evaporates. For the chemical contaminants reported in ZIP 33624, a certified filter is more reliable.

Do basic pitcher filters remove 8:2 FTS?

Basic pitcher filters are typically rated for chlorine, taste, and odor (NSF/ANSI 42), not for the broader list of contaminants tracked in EPA monitoring. Match the certification (NSF/ANSI 42, 53, 58, or P473) to the specific compounds listed in this report before assuming a filter helps.

Who provides tap water in ZIP 33624?

Public records identify HCPUD/NORTHWEST UTILITIES as a primary water system associated with ZIP 33624. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 33624 tap water last tested?

The most recent test date used in this report is April 2024. EnviroClarity last refreshed this page on 2026-05-05.

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 33624?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact HCPUD/NORTHWEST UTILITIES or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 33624. The EPA also maintains a national CCR locator.

Primary source EPA UCMR5 (2023-2025) + EPA WQP (well monitoring near ZIP)
Guideline source EPA drinking water standard (8:2 FTS: 0,005 µg/L)
Last tested April 2024
Last page update 2026-05-05

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