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Official Status: March 2026

Is Pembroke Pines tap water safe to drink?

⚠ Caution Advised
F

Use extra caution — Pembroke Pines scores 12/100.

Safety Score
12
out of 100

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Pembroke Pines

Florida

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Is Pembroke Pines tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Pembroke Pines scores 12/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Pembroke Pines. We found 131 total violations (41 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Pembroke Pines.

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 Pembroke Pines?

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?

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Baby Formula Safety

What new parents in Pembroke Pines should know about tap water safety.

Homebuyer's Perspective

Water quality is easy to overlook when evaluating a move to Pembroke Pines, but it can affect plumbing longevity and appliance lifespan. With a score of 12/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.

Property Impact: Requires Mitigation

Health & Family Safety

Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.

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Compliance Record for Pembroke Pines

131
Violations (5yr)
41
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pembroke Pines tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Pembroke Pines scores 12/100.

How many water systems serve Pembroke Pines?

Pembroke Pines is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Pembroke Pines?

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

What is the water quality score for Pembroke Pines?

The water quality score for Pembroke Pines is 12 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 Pembroke Pines?

The top contaminants detected in Pembroke Pines include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
12/100
Grade
F
Water Systems
1
Population
187,459

Pembroke Pines Water Quality Summary

Pembroke Pines, FL receives a water quality score of 12/100 (Grade F) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Pembroke Pines'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.

Pembroke Pines's score of 12 is 52 points below the Florida state average of 64, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

As a mid-size city situated in coastal Florida, Pembroke Pines relies on a sole water system that currently receives the lowest possible marks for quality and performance. The region's limestone aquifer geology and dense, growing population present natural and infrastructure-related pressures that directly affect the municipal supply. For current residents and prospective homebuyers, this failing assessment highlights the ongoing challenges of managing a municipal supply under local environmental pressures and rapid community growth.

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

Lead (90th percentile)
0.0006 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Pembroke Pines (1)

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