Lady Lake, FL: 2 Violations — 95/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 8 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
How does Lady Lake 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 Lady Lake Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Lady Lake Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 2 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0006 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,800 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.09 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Lady Lake
3 independent water providers serve Lady Lake, FL — 8 systems appear in federal records.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Lady Lake, Florida (population ~30,846), covering 8 community water systems serving approximately 55,811 people region-wide.
2 of 2 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Lady Lake: A (95/100)
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
Lady Lake water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0006 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 2 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 3 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32158 | A | 1 | 0 | Villages of Lake-sumter - Wtps 1, 3, ; 5 |
| 32159 | A | 1 | 0 | Villages of Lake-sumter - Wtps 1, 3, ; 5 |
All ZIP Codes in Lady Lake
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.
CDC Health Data for Lady Lake
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
Key Contaminants Detected in Lady Lake
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Lady Lake: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Given current Lady Lake valuations, the remediation-to-property-value ratio is low — most homeowners are looking at a proportionally modest share that fits within routine financial planning.
Remediation costs in Lady Lake are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,200–$2,600 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 19% below the Florida average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Lady Lake
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Lead risk in Lady Lake appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Lady Lake
Over the multi-decade window covered by the National Flood Insurance Program, Lady Lake has accumulated 11 claims — a total that suggests more than isolated flood exposure. With 50% of ZIP codes in designated flood zones, the water-quality implications of flooding move from hypothetical to periodically relevant: treatment intake can be compromised, wells can be infiltrated, and distribution backflow can occur.
Lady Lake has a moderate flood history with 11 FEMA claims averaging $9,885 per payout. 50% 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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