CITY REPORT FL HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 2

Fort Pierce, FL: 2 Health Violations - Home Safety 71/100

11 ZIP codes · 7 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Fort Pierce: B.

This ZIP has a few items worth a quick check.

In ZipCheckup's scoring, Fort Pierce, FL lands in the A-B grade tier.

How Fort Pierce Compares

Fort Pierce71/100
Florida avg80/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

11
ZIP Codes
7
Water Systems
8
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
B · 71
Avg Safety Score
Zone 3
County Radon Potential (Low)
$230K
Median Home Value
$720
Est. Remediation (0.3% of home value)

Water Quality Map: Fort Pierce, FL

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Score Distribution

Safety grade breakdown for Fort Pierce's 8 ZIP codes.

A
0
B
5
C
3
D
0
F
0

Key Facts for Fort Pierce Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 196 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.006 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 56% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $720 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 13.95.

Fort Pierce's Water Providers

The 3 largest of 7 systems connected with Fort Pierce, FL are listed below.

Overview

We track home safety data for 11 ZIP codes in Fort Pierce, Florida (population ~101,720), covering 7 community water systems serving approximately 293,459 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 8 of 11 ZIP codes.

8 of 8 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Fort Pierce: B (71/100)

Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:

Factor What It Measures
Water Quality EPA violations and compliance history
PFAS MCL Screen UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs
Radon Risk EPA radon zone classification
Annual AQI EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days

Water Sources

Fort Pierce water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0060 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 8 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

11 of 11 ZIP records with known zones are in EPA Radon Zone 3.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 322 8
E. coli Microbiological 115 4
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 39 8
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 38 8
Nitrate Inorganic 32 8

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
34982 C 118 1 Ft. Pierce Utilities Authority
34946 C 93 1 Ft. Pierce Utilities Authority
34951 C 93 1 St Lucie County Util North County System
34981 B 65 0 Ft. Pierce Utilities Authority
34945 B 48 0 Ft. Pierce Utilities Authority
34949 B 42 1 Ft. Pierce Utilities Authority
34947 B 32 0 Ft. Pierce Utilities Authority
34950 B 32 0 Ft. Pierce Utilities Authority

All ZIP Codes in Fort Pierce

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Fort Pierce Community Health Snapshot

9.9%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
14.5%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
16.4%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 9.9% ↑
Diabetes 14.5% ↑
Mental Health 16.4% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

What's in Fort Pierce's Water?

Revised Total Coliform Rule 322 violations
Microbiological
Indicates possible bacterial contamination
E. coli 115 violations
Microbiological
Gastrointestinal illness, potentially fatal
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 39 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.06 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

Fort Pierce Infrastructure Age

1982
Median Build Year
56%
Built Before 1986
23%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 56% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

Some homes in Fort Pierce predate the 1986 federal restrictions on lead in new pipe and solder, so a tap test is a reasonable step for older homes; median build year: 1982.

1982
Median Year Built
56%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
23%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (23%) 1970–1986 (33%) Post-1986 (44%)

Over half of homes in Fort Pierce were built before 1986, when federal law began restricting lead solder in drinking-water plumbing. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

How Remediation Costs Compare in Fort Pierce

Here the gap between local home values and the estimated repair bill is wide, so the percentage shown below for Fort Pierce stays at or under the 1% mark.

Median Home Value
$229,600
Est. Remediation
$720
Remediation as % of home value 0.3%

Estimated remediation costs in Fort Pierce can be compared with local home values. The $460–$1,040 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 32% below the Florida average.

Fort Pierce: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

56%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.006
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Fort Pierce: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

2,158
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$36,830
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
56%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Fort Pierce contains 2,158 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $36,830. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 56% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.

How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. The $720 remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.

Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.

Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Fort Pierce, FL

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Fort Pierce, FL?
Fort Pierce has an average Home Safety Score of 71/100 (Grade B) under ZipCheckup model 4.0.0, an area-level model that draws on EPA water compliance records, PFAS screening, EPA radon zones, and annual EPA air quality data; see the methodology page for how inputs and coverage are handled. 196 violations appear in EPA records for water systems mapped to these ZIP codes. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many violations are on record for water systems serving Fort Pierce?
EPA records list 196 EPA violations, including 2 health-based violations for Fort Pierce water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 11 mapped ZIP codes.
Does Fort Pierce water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Fort Pierce is 0.006 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does Fort Pierce compare to Florida average?
Fort Pierce has an average Home Safety Score of 71/100, which is below the Florida state average of 80/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Fort Pierce?
Our records map 7 water systems to 11 ZIP codes in Fort Pierce. The related population figure in our data is approximately 101,720 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Fort Pierce?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Fort Pierce: $720; modeled range $460 to $1,040. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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