Pembroke Pines Drinking Water Quality
What's Really in Your Tap Water?
Pembroke Pines tap water has some quality concerns you should be aware of. At 323 ppm (18.9 gpg), the water is quite hard — you may notice mineral buildup on fixtures. Lead levels test well below the EPA action level. There have been 30 violations recorded over the past 3 years.
Some Concerns
Monitor recommended
18.9 GPG hardness
Lead
Below EPA action level
EPA action level: 15 ppb
Hardness
Very Hard water
US Average: 100 ppm
Is Pembroke Pines Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Pembroke Pines tap water has some quality concerns but remains within acceptable limits.
- •1 health-based violation in the past 3 years.
- •Consider testing your water at home and using a certified water filter for added safety.
The data below shows test results from 1 water utility serving 187K people in the Pembroke Pines area. Water quality testing is conducted regularly and reported to the EPA.
How Hard is Pembroke Pines Water?
323 ppm
18.9 grains per gallon
Very hard water causes significant mineral buildup. A water softener is recommended.
Impact on Your Home
Shower
Dries out skin & hair
Kitchen
Heavy mineral deposits
Laundry
Stiff, dingy clothes
Appliances
Significant scale
Regional Comparison
Values in ppm (mg/L as CaCO₃)
Based on 9 water samples from Broward County.
Your pipes tell a different story
The data above shows what leaves the treatment plant—not what comes out of your faucet. Old pipes, lead solder, and building plumbing can add contaminants the city never tests for. Know exactly what's in your Pembroke Pines tap water.
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Lead & Contaminants
Understanding lead levels and water quality violations in Pembroke Pines
Lead Test Results
90th Percentile Lead Level
0.6 ppb
Pembroke Pines lead levels are well within safe limits.
Regular testing is still recommended, as lead can enter water through household plumbing.
Last sampled: 2024-12-01
About Lead in Drinking Water
What is Lead in Water?
Lead is a toxic metal that can dissolve into drinking water from older pipes, solder, and fixtures. It's invisible, tasteless, and odorless, making testing the only way to detect it. The EPA has set an action level of 15 ppb, though they emphasize there is no safe level of lead exposure.
Potential Health Effects
Developmental delays, learning difficulties, lower IQ, behavioral issues
High blood pressure, kidney damage, reproductive issues
How to Reduce Exposure
- •Run water for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before drinking, especially in the morning
- •Use cold water for cooking and drinking (hot water dissolves more lead)
- •Install a NSF-certified filter designed to remove lead
- •Test your water, especially if your home was built before 1986
EPA Compliance History
Action Recommended
Active health-based violations detectedConsider using a certified water filter until violations are resolved. Contact your utility for updates on corrective actions.
3-Year Violation Summary
30
Total Violations
1
Health-Related
29
Administrative
Health-Related Violations
Contaminant exceeded EPA safety limits. May require filter or alternative water source.
Administrative Violations
Missed testing deadlines or reporting. Does not indicate water quality issues.
Who Provides Pembroke Pines's Water?
Utility Name
PEMBROKE PINES, CITY OF
EPA System ID (PWSID)
FL4061083
Primary Water Source
Groundwater
Population Served
187K
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pembroke Pines tap water quality
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This data is for informational purposes only. Water quality can vary by neighborhood and building. For official reports, contact your local water utility or the EPA. Learn about our methodology