Where does Hillsborough County get water?

Our Water Source

Where does Hillsborough County water come from?

Where Does My Water Come From? Hillsborough County is one of six member governments of Tampa Bay Water, the region's wholesale water supplier. Most of the Public Utilities Department customers receive water from the regional supply system, which includes groundwater, surface water, and desalinated seawater.

Who provides water in Tampa?

The Tampa Water Department provides drinking water to customers located in the City of Tampa as well as parts of unincorporated Hillsborough County.

Is Hillsborough River fresh water?

The Hillsborough River empties into Tampa Bay, which is the largest open-water estuary in Florida. An estuary is a partially enclosed body of water where fresh water from rivers and streams flows into the ocean, mixing with the salty seawater.

How hard is Hillsborough County water?

The hardness of Tampa's drinking water, primarily taken from the Hillsborough River, fluctuates throughout the year -- lower during the wet season and higher in the dry season -- between about 140 to 300 parts per million or 8 to 17 grains per gallon (one grain per gallon equals 17.2 parts per million).

Is Tampa drinking water safe?

Providing clean, safe drinking water is a top priority at Tampa Bay Water. The drinking water we provide our member governments is safe: it meets or is better than all local, state and federal drinking water regulations.

Is the water contaminated in Tampa?

Tap water tested from the City of Tampa was found to carry 18 total contaminants including arsenic, which was 198 times higher than EWG's Health Guideline — levels defined by scientists as the amount of a contaminant in drinking water that is not expected to pose any health risks.

Are there alligators in the Hillsborough River?

And yes, there are alligators in the Hillsborough River. So while pets are allowed on the trails in the Florida state park, don't let them swim in the river.

Are there sharks in the Hillsborough River?

While some of the fishermen were surprised, angler Alex Morris told WFTS that there are “hundreds of baby bull sharks and black tips” in the Hillsborough River and that “they get about 7 foot out here.”

Can you swim in the Hillsborough River in Tampa?

(1979) The Hillsborough River is closed to swimming at Hillsborough River State Park and a swimming pool is built for public use.

Where does Tampa Bay get their water?

Our Water Source

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.

How do I turn on my water in Hillsborough County?

You can request to start new service the following ways:

1. Phone our Customer Service Center at (813) 272-6680.
2. In person by appointment only (M-F) 8 AM to 5 PM at (813) 612-7700: Brandon Support Operations Complex (BSOC) 332 N. Falkenburg Road. Brandon, FL 33619.
3. Online. Complete request form.

What is the water temperature of Tampa Bay?

Water temperature in Tampa Bay today is 82.2°F.

Where does Brandon FL get its water?

The region's water is blended from three different sources: groundwater, river water and desalinated seawater.

Is Hillsborough tap water safe to drink?

"At New Jersey American Water, we take water quality and safety very seriously. Our treatment processes ensure our systems meet or surpass all current EPA and NJ DEP standards for safe drinking water, and we continually sample our water to ensure compliance.

What is the water problem in Tampa Florida?

Smith said the water pressure issue in Hillsborough County is due to rapid growth in the area that has strained water supply. The problem will be addressed with new infrastructure, but an initial project won't come online until 2024 and then another supply project is due in 2028.

Are alligators in Tampa Bay?

Sawgrass Lake Park in Pinellas County is one of the best places for viewing alligators at a safe distance. Visitors can walk on the elevated boardwalk and tower to see lots of Florida animals while still keeping a safe distance.

Is the Hillsborough River clean?

The overall water quality of the Hillsborough River is considered good. The water in the river is tested periodically by the Southwest Florida Water Management District, Florida Department of Environmental Protection and the Environmental Protection Commission of Hillsborough County.

Are there alligators in Old Tampa Bay?

While alligators can be found throughout the Southeastern U.S., the crocodile footprint in the U.S. is generally limited to South Florida, though they have occasionally been spotted as far north as the Tampa Bay area. That makes Florida the only ecosystem in the world where alligators and crocodiles peacefully coexist.

Are there scorpions in Tampa Florida?

TAMPA,Fla. (WFLA) – There's no shortage of creepy critters invading our homes this time of year. But when Tampa apartment dweller Christina Tyler recently discovered one armed with two claws and a stinger, that sent her flying.

Are there alot of sharks in Tampa Bay?

There are about a dozen species of sharks that live in and around Tampa Bay. In fact, Tampa Bay is known as one of the most shark-dense areas in the world. That said, there's not a lot of need to worry when swimming or boating in Tampa Bay: shark attacks are very, very rare.

Does Tampa have snakes?

Snakes in Tampa, Florida. Florida, with its hot tropical climate, is home to dozens of different species of snakes. At least a dozen of these snakes are venomous, which means you definitely do not want to see them in your backyard or find them swimming about in your pool.

Does Hillsborough County water have fluoride?

The drinking water in Hillsborough County already has a small amount _ 0.1 parts per million _ of naturally occurring fluoride.

Where is the cleanest drinking water in Florida?

The city of Tallahassee's drinking water has been declared the best in the state of Florida.

Why can't you drink Florida tap water?

Most of Florida's tap water comes from groundwater, which means arsenic from the surrounding rocks can make its way into the water. So while arsenic is of concern because it is in Florida's water supply, it is not found in the tap water in high enough concentrations to make it unsafe to drink.