Tap water quality for ZIP 00653
7 community water systems linked to this ZIP, largest first.
⚠ Some links below are based on the utility's mailing address, not its mapped service area, and may be approximate.
What this means for you in ZIP 00653
- Is it safe to drink right now?
- Based on the latest EPA data, Aibonito LA Plata has no unresolved health-based violations from the past year. Water that meets federal standards is generally considered safe to drink for most healthy people.
- Should I use a filter?
- Yes, we recommend considering one. Average PFOS was above the 4 ppt federal limit (compliance deadline April 2029).
- What kind of filter?
- For PFAS, look for NSF/ANSI 53 (with an explicit PFOA/PFOS or total PFAS claim) or NSF/ANSI 58 reverse osmosis. See matched standards and product picks.
This is general information from public EPA data, not medical advice. Lead often comes from a home’s own pipes, so only a test of your tap can tell your exposure. If you are pregnant, caring for an infant, or have a weakened immune system, ask your doctor or health department.
Shown for the largest system linked to this ZIP. Check your water bill to confirm your provider.
Filters matched to Aibonito LA Plata
FILTER PICKS
Look for filters certified (NSF, IAPMO or WQA) to these standards for the specific contaminant. Buttons open the maker’s page or an Amazon search; use “Check NSF listing” to verify a model’s claims. No affiliate links yet — grades are never sold.
PFOS
NSF/ANSI 53 (PFOA/PFOS claim)NSF/ANSI 58 (RO)Aquasana Claryum or OptimH2O (PFAS claim) ~$100–350
Aquasana under-sink lineup; must list PFOA/PFOS on the certificate — check before buying.
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Clearly Filtered Pitcher (PFAS claim) ~$110
Pitcher option with published PFAS reduction claims; verify NSF/IAPMO listing.
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Waterdrop G3 / G3P600 RO ~$300–500
Tankless RO; RO broadly reduces nitrate, fluoride, arsenic and many PFAS — confirm the certificate lists yours.
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PFAS (other)
NSF/ANSI 58 (RO, total PFAS claim)NSF/ANSI 53 (check claim)RO system with total-PFAS claim ~$300–600
Prefer units whose NSF/ANSI 58 listing covers total PFAS or named PFAS.
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Certified filter (check contaminant list) varies
Open the NSF listing and confirm the exact chemical before you buy.
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Lead
NSF/ANSI 53NSF/ANSI 58 (RO)Aquasana Claryum 3-Stage Under Sink ~$280–350
Under-sink carbon filter; check its listing for lead and PFOA/PFOS claims.
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Waterdrop Undersink WD-UA ~$80–120
Undersink carbon block; verify the specific contaminant claims.
Search on Amazon → Check NSF listing · Not an affiliate link · disclosure
Waterdrop G3 / G3P600 RO ~$300–500
Tankless RO; RO broadly reduces nitrate, fluoride, arsenic and many PFAS — confirm the certificate lists yours.
Search on Amazon → Check NSF listing · Not an affiliate link · disclosure
Chlorine/chloramine taste
NSF/ANSI 42Aquasana Clean Water Pitcher ~$35
Pitcher for chlorine taste/odor; check the NSF/ANSI 42 listing for the exact model.
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Brita Elite Filter ~$20–40
Common faucet/pitcher option; confirm the 42 claim on the box.
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Annual water quality report
Utilities must publish a Consumer Confidence Report every year by July 1. Find it on the utility’s website or ask them directly; EPA explains how. · Full report →
Water systems for this ZIP
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Aibonito LA Plata
Serves 16,354 people · Surface water · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 59 monitoring/reporting violations; PFOA/PFOS average above the 4 ppt federal limit: PFOS; Latest lead 90th percentile on file is from 2014 (older than 5 years, not graded).
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Guanica Urbano
Serves 6,881 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 2 monitoring/reporting violations; PFAS tested (UCMR 5), none above federal limits; Latest lead 90th percentile on file is from 2015 (older than 5 years, not graded).
B
Ensenada
Serves 6,130 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 11 monitoring/reporting violations; PFAS tested (UCMR 5), none above federal limits; Latest lead 90th percentile on file is from 2016 (older than 5 years, not graded).
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Arenas
Serves 2,221 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 1 monitoring/reporting violation; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Latest lead 90th percentile on file is from 2006 (older than 5 years, not graded).
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Rio Loco
Serves 1,501 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Latest lead 90th percentile on file is from 2006 (older than 5 years, not graded).
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Cuyon
Serves 521 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 30 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Latest lead 90th percentile on file is from 2006 (older than 5 years, not graded).
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Cuyon Water Services Inc.
Serves 427 people · Groundwater · Full report →
1 health-based violation in the last 5 years; 1 monitoring/reporting violation; 2 not yet resolved; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2023).
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