City of Pompano Beach

Municipal water sources (both tap and bottled) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels across land surfaces or through ground layers, it dissolves naturally-occurring minerals and sometimes radioactive materials, while also potentially collecting substances from animal presence or human activity.

To ensure tap water safety, the EPA establishes regulations limiting contaminant levels in public water systems. Similarly, FDA regulations set limits for contaminants in bottled water to provide equivalent public health protection. All water, including bottled varieties, can reasonably be expected to contain at least trace amounts of some contaminants, though their presence doesn't necessarily indicate a health risk. For more information about contaminants and potential health effects, contact the Environmental Protection Agency's Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791.

Elevated lead levels can cause serious health complications, particularly for pregnant women and young children. Lead in tap water primarily comes from materials and components associated with service lines and household plumbing. While the City of Pompano Beach provides quality drinking water, they cannot control the materials used in plumbing components. If your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If concerned about lead content, consider having your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and exposure reduction steps is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead.

1. How often is Pompano Beach water tested?
2. What treatment processes are used for our municipal water?
3. How can I report water quality concerns?
4. Does Pompano Beach add fluoride to the water supply?
5. How can I reduce contaminants in my home water?