Gurabo zona urbana
PR

Is Gurabo zona urbana, PR Tap Water Safe to Drink?

Gurabo zona urbana tap water meets federal Safe Drinking Water Act standards but 1 of 1 ZIP code show detections above EPA health guidelines, primarily for PFPeA. A certified filter is recommended for households that want an additional layer of protection.

1Water system
1ZIP codes
100%ZIPs above EPA guideline
Latest data2024-01-29

Where Does Gurabo zona urbana Get Its Water?

Water in Gurabo zona urbana, PR is provided by 1 public water system: GURABO URBANO.

How Is Gurabo zona urbana Tap Water Treated?

Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine. Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration).

What's in Gurabo zona urbana Tap Water?

The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Gurabo zona urbana public water systems. 1 of 1 ZIP codes showed detections above EPA health guidelines.

ContaminantPeak detectedEPA guidelineZIPs detectedStatus
PFPeA 0.0035 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 1 ZIP Above guideline
lithium 9 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
PFTrDA 0.007 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
8:2 FTS 0.005 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
6:2 FTS 0.005 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline

Health Risk Profile for Gurabo zona urbana

Based on EPA monitoring data, 1 of 1 ZIP codes in Gurabo zona urbana 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.

Best Broad-Spectrum Filters for This Water Profile

This city profile includes PFAS detections, chlorine disinfection, and other dissolved contaminants. Reverse osmosis (RO) systems certified under NSF/ANSI 58 provide broad reduction coverage; for PFAS specifically, confirm NSF/ANSI P473 or equivalent PFAS reduction certification.

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8-stage tankless RO system certified to NSF/ANSI 58, reduces 1,000+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, arsenic, fluoride, and nitrates.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gurabo zona urbana Tap Water

Is Gurabo zona urbana tap water safe to drink?

Gurabo zona urbana tap water meets Safe Drinking Water Act requirements but 1 of 1 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 Gurabo zona urbana tap water?

The most commonly detected contaminants in Gurabo zona urbana water systems include: PFPeA, lithium, PFTrDA. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.

Where does Gurabo zona urbana get its drinking water?

Gurabo zona urbana receives water from one public water system, including GURABO URBANO.

Do I need a water filter in Gurabo zona urbana?

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 Gurabo zona urbana tap water tested?

Public water systems in Gurabo zona urbana 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 2024-01-29.

Tap water reports by ZIP in Gurabo zona urbana

Water utilities serving Gurabo zona urbana, PR

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.

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