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Arecibo, Puerto Rico Water Quality Report

Water quality data for 12 water systems serving 120,590 people.

30
Poor
out of 100

Water Source

12
Water Systems
121K
People Served
Surface water, Ground water
Water Source

Detected Contaminants

ContaminantDetected LevelEPA Limit (MCL)Health Guideline% of LimitStatus
6:2 FTS0.009 No federal limitNo federal limit
PFOS0.004 0.004 ug/L0.300 ug/L(EWG)
110%
Above limit

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your water supply, these filtration systems are recommended:

Reverse Osmosis (RO)

Reverse osmosis systems remove up to 99% of PFAS compounds. Recommended for homes with detected PFAS.

Up to 99% PFAS removal

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Compliance & Violations

Active Violations (4)

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

52

Jul 1, 2023

moderate

Resolved Violations (496)

42

Feb 1, 2025

critical

03

Jul 1, 2024 — Sep 30, 2024

moderate

03

Jul 1, 2024 — Sep 30, 2024

moderate

03

Jan 1, 2024 — Mar 31, 2024

moderate

03

Jan 1, 2024 — Mar 31, 2024

moderate

+ 491 more resolved violations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arecibo tap water safe to drink?

Arecibo's water has 1 contaminant detected above EPA limits. While the water is treated, residents may want to consider additional filtration.

What contaminants are in Arecibo tap water?

2 contaminants have been detected in Arecibo's water supply across 12 water systems. See the full contaminant table above for details.

How can I improve my water quality in Arecibo?

Install a water filter rated for the specific contaminants found in Arecibo's water. See our filter recommendations above. You can also request your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current test results.

Does Arecibo have any water quality violations?

Yes, Arecibo currently has 69 active violations. See the violations section above for details.