Where does Tampa’s water come from?

Tampa’s primary water source is the Hillsborough River. When the river cannot meet demand during extended or extreme dry periods, Tampa buys treated regional groundwater, surface water and desalinated seawater from Tampa Bay Water.

Contaminants

The water sources for Tampa residences generally contain trace amounts of a number of different contaminants. Local governments routinely test and provide reports on these. They are required to keep these levels below what is considered toxic, according to regulation.
This includes:

• Arsenic
• Chromium
• Chlorine
• Lead
• Harmful bacteria

However since residents only drink about 1% of the water in these systems, the government does not have the resources to eliminate all of these contaminants completely.

It is the responsibility of residents to ensure their household has filtered water completely ideal for drinking, cooking and all household uses.

Purity Bay operates with over two decades of experience and our up-to-date technology designed to address your local Florida water supply and give you peace of mind.

Schedule your estimate today and find out what system is right for your needs at (813) 709-7873!

Did You Know?

Tampa is home to the world-famous Busch Gardens. Not only is Busch Gardens a thrilling amusement park, but it also features an impressive zoo with over 300 species of animals. Visitors can enjoy exhilarating roller coasters, live shows, and interactive exhibits while being immersed in a beautifully landscaped environment. With its combination of thrilling rides and up-close animal encounters, Busch Gardens is a popular attraction for tourists from around the world.