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Fort Lauderdale, FL
FORT LAUDERDALE, CITY OF

Is Fort Lauderdale tap water safe to drink?

Higher concern
Last tested: November 2024
Action Advised
Source: Official EPA UCMR5 federal monitoring data | Last tested November 2024

Can you drink the tap water in Fort Lauderdale?

Fort Lauderdale tap water has 21 contaminants above EPA guidelines, including PFOS at 9,2× the limit (tested November 2024). See the full compound-by-compound breakdown and filter recommendations.

Recommended for Fort Lauderdale tap water
Water filter for Fort Lauderdale tap water: Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
Pitcher filter
Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
NSF-certified dual-layer filtration reduces 70+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, chlorine, microplastics, and bacteria.
Contaminants above EPA limits detected in Fort Lauderdale. Fastest way to reduce exposure.
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The health risk for Fort Lauderdale

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.
  • 6:2 FTS, PFBS, PFHpA, PFOA, PFOS, PFPeA above limit.
PFOS concentration (µg/L) November 2024
0 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 0.05 µg/L
0.037 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
0.004 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
825% above limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 0.004 µg/L | Your water: 0.037 µg/L
Certified Filters for Fort Lauderdale Tap Water

PFOS (a PFAS 'forever chemical') was detected above EPA limits. These filters are independently certified to reduce common drinking-water contaminants.

Water filter recommendation for Fort Lauderdale tap water: Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
Pitcher filter
Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
NSF-certified dual-layer filtration reduces 70+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, chlorine, microplastics, and bacteria.
Best for renters or quick setup. No installation needed.
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Water filter recommendation for Fort Lauderdale tap water: Waterdrop G3P600 Reverse Osmosis System
Under-sink RO system
Waterdrop G3P600 Reverse Osmosis System
8-stage tankless RO system certified to NSF/ANSI 58, reduces 1,000+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, arsenic, fluoride, and nitrates.
Best for homeowners. Heavy-duty filtration for long-term protection.
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Most elevated compounds
Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFOS
Tested: November 2023 · City of Lauderhill Water Treatment Plant		 0.037 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 825% above limit
PFOS
Tested: May 2023 · Fiveash WTP		 0.016 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 300% above limit
PFPeA
Tested: November 2023 · City of Lauderhill Water Treatment Plant		 0.012 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 300% above limit
PFOS
Tested: November 2024 · City of Wilton Manors		 0.015 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 275% above limit
PFPeA
Tested: May 2023 · Fiveash WTP		 0.010 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 227% above limit
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City of Wilton Manors · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFOS 0.015 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 275% above limit
PFPeA 0.010 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 223% above limit
6:2 FTS 0.009 µg/L 0.005 µg/L 90% above limit
PFOA 0.006 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 45% above limit
PFBS 0.004 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 43% above limit
PFHpA 0.004 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 23% above limit
PFHxS 0.003 µg/L 0.01 µg/L 32% of limit
PFHxA 0.007 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.2% of limit
PFBA 0.008 µg/L 6 µg/L 0.1% 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
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
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
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <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

Fiveash WTP · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFOS 0.016 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 300% above limit
PFPeA 0.010 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 227% above limit
6:2 FTS 0.013 µg/L 0.005 µg/L 160% above limit
PFBS 0.006 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 100% above limit
PFHpA 0.004 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 43% above limit
PFOA 0.005 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 22% above limit
PFHxS 0.003 µg/L 0.01 µg/L 32% of limit
PFHxA 0.007 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.2% of limit
PFBA 0.008 µg/L 6 µg/L 0.1% 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
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
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
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <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

City of Lauderhill Water Treatment Plant · Tested: November 2023

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFOS 0.037 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 825% above limit
PFPeA 0.012 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 300% above limit
PFOA 0.012 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 200% above limit
PFBS 0.008 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 170% above limit
PFHpA 0.005 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 67% above limit
PFHxS 0.008 µg/L 0.01 µg/L 83% of limit
PFHxA 0.009 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.3% of limit
PFBA 0.006 µg/L 6 µg/L 0.1% 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
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
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <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

Springtree WTP · Tested: February 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFOS 0.010 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 145% above limit
PFPeA 0.006 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 97% above limit
PFOA 0.005 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 15% above limit
PFBS 0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 13% above limit
PFHxA 0.005 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.2% of limit
PFBA 0.007 µg/L 6 µg/L 0.1% 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
PFHxS <0.003 µg/L 0.01 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
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
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

City of Oakland Park · Tested: February 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit

Peele Dixie WTP · Tested: November 2023

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
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
PFHxS <0.003 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
Primary source EPA UCMR5 (2023-2025)
Guideline source EPA PFAS drinking water standard (PFOS: 0,004 µg/L, effective 2024, compliance by 2031)
Last tested November 2024
Last page update 2026-03-31

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