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Official Status: March 2026

Is Dade City tap water safe to drink?

⚠ Caution Advised
F

Use extra caution — Dade City scores 17/100.

Safety Score
17
out of 100

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Dade City

Florida

View Florida state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Dade City tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Dade City scores 17/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 0 local systems in Dade City. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 12:00 AM
0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Dade City.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Dade City?

Requirement Status
Recommended
🟡
💡

Expert Advice

Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.

Buying a Filter?

Wondering if Dade City tap water needs filtering? We break it down.

Baby Formula Safety

Mixing baby formula with Dade City tap water? Read this first.

Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in Dade City, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. With a score of 17/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.

Property Impact: Requires Mitigation

Health & Family Safety

Current records show no major contaminant spikes, making Dade City a preferred choice for health-conscious families.

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Compliance Record for Dade City

0
Violations (5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Dade City.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dade City tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Dade City scores 17/100.

How many water systems serve Dade City?

Dade City is served by 0 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Dade City?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Dade City.

What is the water quality score for Dade City?

The water quality score for Dade City is 17 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.

What are the top contaminants in Dade City?

Current contaminant data for Dade City is being updated. Check back soon or search your specific address for the latest results.

Water Quality Score
17/100
Grade
F
Water Systems
2
Population
16,961

Dade City Water Quality Summary

Dade City, FL receives a water quality score of 17/100 (Grade F) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.

Dade City's water quality score is below the national average, indicating a history of EPA violations or elevated contaminant levels. Residents are encouraged to check their specific water system report and consider additional filtration.

Dade City's score of 17 is 47 points below the Florida state average of 64, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Florida water quality rankings report →

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Water Systems Serving Dade City (0)

Water system data coming soon for Dade City.

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