ZIP Code 33905 Water Quality & Testing Report
Fort Myers, FL · Lee County County · Updated for 2026
Compiled & verified by Sahajul Haque from official EPA SDWIS recordsIs Tap Water Safe to Drink in ZIP 33905 (Fort Myers, FL)?
Caution / Filtration Recommended: Tap water in ZIP code 33905 (Fort Myers, FL) has compliance concerns, earning an EPA Safety Grade of C (69/100) due to 3 health violation(s) and 1.1 ppb lead. While treated by Lee County Utilities, residents are advised to use an NSF/ANSI 53 certified water filter for drinking and cooking.
Water Safety Grade
Fair — Some compliance concerns
Health Violations
3
Total Violations
20
Lead Risk
Moderate
Contaminants
2
Active Water Quality Issues Detected
EPA records show 10 unresolved violations. Contact Lee County Utilities for current status.
About Tap Water in ZIP Code 33905
Tap water in ZIP code 33905 (Fort Myers, FL) is distributed by Lee County Utilities (EPA ID: FL5364048), serving approximately 282,556 residents. Based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Act compliance records, this system receives a water safety grade of C with a composite quality score of 69/100.
Water System
Lee County Utilities
EPA ID: FL5364048
Water Source
Surface Water
Population Served
282,556 residents
County
Lee County County, Florida
Lead Levels in ZIP 33905
EPA action level: 15 ppb | Public health goal: 0 ppb
Lead Level: 1.1 ppb — Very Low
Lead exposure risk in 33905 is rated Moderate. EPA models estimate a 28% exposure probability based on housing and infrastructure age.
From annual CCR filing
From annual CCR filing
EPA model estimate based on housing age and infrastructure
Water Hardness & Mineral Content
Grains per gallon (GPG) & Parts per million (PPM / mg/L)
Water in ZIP 33905 is Hard (128 mg/L / 7.5 GPG). Residents may notice white mineral spots on glassware, reduced soap efficiency, and mineral scale on faucets and showerheads.
Grains per gallon
Parts per million CaCO3
Official EPA SDWIS Database Entry
Utility: Lee County Utilities · PWSID: FL5364048
Violation History
Past 5 years — EPA SDWIS data
Lee County Utilities has recorded 3 health-based violations out of 20 total violations over the past 5 years. 10 violations remain unresolved in EPA tracking records.
Regulatory compliance risk for this utility is rated Critical based on past reporting and enforcement records.
Contaminants Detected
Contaminants with health-based violations on record
EPA records identify 2 contaminants with health-based violations in the past 5 years: Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Stage 2 DBP Rule.
From Consumer Confidence Report:
Radium 226 + 228 (4.5 pCi/L); Chlorine & Chloramines (3.5 ppm)
⚖ Enforcement Actions
Water Source & Environmental Factors
Surface Water
This system draws water from lakes, rivers, or reservoirs. Surface water is treated to remove sediment, microorganisms, and chemical contaminants before reaching taps.
Lower potential
Estimated annual flood-related costs per property
% of household income spent on energy — indicator of older infrastructure
EPA Radon Zone 3 — lower radon potential, though the EPA still recommends testing all homes.
Water Quality Testing in ZIP 33905
Tap Water & Well Testing Recommendations
Residents in ZIP code 33905 served by Lee County Utilities can test tap water or private well systems to verify water purity. Testing detects hidden contaminants before they impact family health.
Tap Water Testing Steps
- 1.Conduct a certified lead check if your home was constructed before 1986.
- 2.Use certified lab testing kits rather than uncalibrated test strips for regulated compliance.
- 3.Sample water from both your kitchen faucet and water heater to compare line purity.
Private Well Testing Steps
- •Test for Coliform bacteria and Nitrates annually.
- •Test for heavy metals, radon, and PFAS every 3 years.
- •Send samples to a state-certified drinking water laboratory recognized by Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
🛡 What Should You Do? — ZIP 33905 Recommendations
Some compliance concerns — take precautions
- ⚠ Use a certified NSF/ANSI 53 filter for drinking and cooking water if you have young children
- ⚠ Never give unfiltered tap water to infants in formula — use certified bottled or filtered water
- ⚠ Request a copy of the Consumer Confidence Report to see what was detected and when
- ⚠ Call the EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline: 1-800-426-4791
Recommended Water Treatment Systems:
NSF 53 Lead Pitcher Filter
Specifically certified to reduce lead and copper at the tap.
NSF 58 Under-Sink RO System
Advanced filtration for PFAS, fluoride, nitrates, and organic chemicals.
Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP 33905 Water Quality
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Data Sources & Methodology
Water quality data for ZIP code 33905 is compiled from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), EPA ECHO enforcement database, UCMR5 unregulated contaminant monitoring, and Consumer Confidence Reports filed by Lee County Utilities. Safety scores are composite metrics derived from violation history, lead levels, enforcement actions, and infrastructure risk indicators. Data reflects a 5-year monitoring window. Last dataset update: 2024. View EPA source data →