Gonzalez, FL Water Safety: 73/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
How does Gonzalez tap water hold up under EPA scrutiny? Above average for FL — documented violations are uncommon and the safety grade reflects a clean overall record.
How Gonzalez Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Gonzalez Residents
- Estimated remediation: $1,800 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.7 — above typical levels.
Gonzalez's Water Providers
Across most of Gonzalez, FL, residential water comes from a single utility. That provider sets rates, manages infrastructure maintenance, and files compliance reports with the EPA on behalf of the households it serves. Federal tracking data shows 1 system on record, but one carries the bulk of the service load.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Gonzalez, Florida, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 242,172 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Gonzalez — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Gonzalez: B (73/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Gonzalez water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Gonzalez
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32560 | B | EMERALD COAST UTILITIES AUTHORITY (ECUA) | 242,172 |
All ZIP Codes in Gonzalez
- 32560 [B]
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
Gonzalez Community Health Snapshot
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Gonzalez: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Flood exposure in Gonzalez is meaningful by NFIP measures — 7 claims on record and 100% of ZIP codes carrying FEMA flood zone designations. That level of activity makes flood history a relevant factor when evaluating local water quality over time.
Gonzalez has a moderate flood history with 7 FEMA claims averaging $13,201 per payout. 100% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
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. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,800</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
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