Okeechobee
Is Okeechobee tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Okeechobee scores 39/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Okeechobee. We found 111 total violations (54 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
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Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Okeechobee?
Expert Advice
Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.
Buying a Filter?
Should you buy a water purifier in Okeechobee? See our analysis.
Baby Formula Safety
Is Okeechobee tap water safe for infants? Critical safety guide.
Homebuyer's Perspective
For those looking to relocate to Okeechobee, water quality is a key factor in long-term property maintenance. With a score of 39/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.
Health & Family Safety
Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Okeechobee
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Okeechobee.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Okeechobee tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Okeechobee scores 39/100.
How many water systems serve Okeechobee?
Okeechobee is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Okeechobee?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Okeechobee.
What is the water quality score for Okeechobee?
The water quality score for Okeechobee is 39 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 1 system serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Okeechobee?
The top contaminants detected in Okeechobee include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Okeechobee Water Quality Summary
Okeechobee, FL receives a water quality score of 39/100 (Grade F) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.
Okeechobee'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.
Okeechobee's score of 39 is 25 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 →
Key Contaminants
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Water Systems Serving Okeechobee (1)
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