Want to know if you're getting high quality water? Our latest Drinking Water Quality Report is now available!
We proudly present this document every year to show you we are doing the work needed to achieve the high-quality water delivered to nearly 1.6 million Philadelphians each day.
Our customer surveys show that when people know about the report, they feel more confident their water is safe and clean.
In addition to all the testing data, you will also find helpful info about:
- Our water's mineral content and hardness
- Which river and treatment plant your neighborhood's water comes from
- How to check for lead pipes at home and actions you can take
Read or download the full report to see how Philly tap is made!
You can also call (215) 685-6300 or email waterquality@phila.gov to request a free paper copy in the mail.
Want a quick read? Check out highlights on our updated water quality page:
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Why read the Drinking Water Quality Report?
Here are four reasons:
- Peace of mind: Based on data collected by our Bureau of Laboratory Services throughout 2019, the results show Philadelphia’s drinking water meets, or is better than, all state and federal water quality standards.
- It's your right to see this data: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires all water utilities to produce and distribute water quality testing results on an annual basis — which means we are held to a higher standard than bottled water providers.
- Lots of smart people made it happen: Philadelphia’s report is produced by a team of experienced scientists and engineers who test the city’s drinking water for nearly 100 compounds, thousands of times each month. Additional monitoring is conducted 24/7 at sites throughout the city.
- You can help others and share it! We ask you to let others know about the report, especially those who may not have received a notice directly, such as people in apartments and nursing homes, school leaders, and businesses. You can also help by posting a notice in a public place or by requesting extra copies to share with community members.
