What was found in Humacao's water
The level at the city's main supplier, the highest level anywhere in the city, the EPA limit for each, and where every figure comes from.
| Contaminant | Level vs EPA limit | Suppliers | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lithium | 10.17 µg/L No EPA limit set Main supplier: LAS PIEDRAS HUMACAO · 38,897 people · 2024 | 1/1 | UCMR-5 |
| Lead | 0.0060 mg/L 40% of the EPA limit 0.0150 mg/L Main supplier: LAS PIEDRAS HUMACAO · 38,897 people · 2014 | 1/1 | LCR |
| PFOS | 0.0054 µg/L No EPA limit set Main supplier: LAS PIEDRAS HUMACAO · 38,897 people · 2024 | 1/1 | UCMR-5 |
Water suppliers serving Humacao
| Supplier | Population served |
|---|---|
| LAS PIEDRAS HUMACAO | 38,897 |
Frequently asked questions about Humacao tap water
Is Humacao tap water safe to drink?
EPA testing detected 3 contaminants in the water serving Humacao. A detection isn't the same as a violation — most detected levels are within federal limits. Check the level and source for each contaminant above, and your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report for the official compliance status.
How many water suppliers serve Humacao?
1 public water supplier report drinking-water monitoring for Humacao, PR to the EPA. Each is listed above with its population served.
What contaminants are in Humacao's water?
The contaminants EPA monitoring detected in Humacao include Lithium, Lead, PFOS. The full list, with the level at the main supplier and the data source, is in the table above.
Where does this data come from?
Every figure is official EPA drinking-water monitoring — the Lead & Copper Rule, the UCMR-5 nationwide testing program, and the EPA Six-Year Review — not our own testing. Each number is labelled with its source and period.