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Lake Como, FL: 1 Violation — 94/100 (2026)

1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03

For households in Lake Como, FL water data shows a consistently above-average safety picture.

How Lake Como Compares

Lake Como94/100
Florida avg73/100
National avg67/100

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

1
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems
1
ZIPs with Violations
A · 94
Avg Safety Score
Zone 3
Radon Risk (Low)
$137K
Median Home Value

What You Should Know About Lake Como Water

  • Your city's water systems recorded 1 violation in the past 5 years.
  • Average lead level: 0.0064 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 76% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • CDC health risk index: 16.69 — above typical levels.

Who Supplies Your Water in Lake Como

At present, 2 utilities serve the bulk of Lake Como, FL's residential water connections out of 2 systems active in the area, spread across independent providers with separate infrastructure and compliance obligations.

Town of Welaka
Serves ~2,421 people · 1 violation
94
/100
Lake Como Water Association
Serves ~450 people · 1 violation
94
/100

Overview

We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Lake Como, Florida (population ~715), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 2,871 people region-wide.

1 of 1 ZIP code (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Lake Como: A (94/100)

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

Lake Como water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0064 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)

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Lead Inorganic 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
32157 A 1 0 Town of Welaka

All ZIP Codes in Lake Como

  • 32157 [A] — 1 violation

Data Sources

Updated daily.

Health Outcomes in Lake Como

10.8%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
17.5%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
19.4%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 10.8% ↑
Diabetes 17.5% ↑
Mental Health 19.4% ↑

Vertical line = national average. Above national · Below national

Top Contaminants in Lake Como Water

Lead 2 violations
Inorganic · EPA limit: 0.015 mg/L

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

Housing & Infrastructure in Lake Como

1970
Median Build Year
76%
Built Before 1986
8%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 76% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

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

Housing Age Profile

Lead solder was standard in copper plumbing until federally banned in 1986; lead pipes were common in service lines pre-1970. Lake Como's median build year of 1970 reflects a housing stock where these older materials are a pervasive feature — not a rare legacy — of the residential plumbing landscape.

1970
Median Year Built
76%
Pre-1986 (Lead Paint Risk)
8%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (8%) 1970–1986 (68%) Post-1986 (24%)

Over half of homes in Lake Como were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Lake Como

76%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0064
mg/L Avg Lead (Limit: 0.015)

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.

Older stock in Lake Como represents 76% of the inventory, and citywide monitoring runs at or above the federal action level — making an in-home read a standard household-level step.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water safe to drink in Lake Como, FL?
Lake Como has an average water safety score of 94/100 (Grade A). 1 EPA violation has been recorded. Check individual ZIP code reports for details specific to your neighborhood.
How many water violations does Lake Como have?
Lake Como water systems have a total of 1 EPA violation. Violations are tracked across 1 ZIP code.
Does Lake Como water have lead?
The average 90th-percentile lead level in Lake Como is 0.0064 mg/L. This is below the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. Lead levels can vary by home — testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does Lake Como compare to Florida average?
Lake Como has an average water safety score of 94/100, which is above the Florida state average of 73/100.
How many water systems serve Lake Como?
Lake Como is served by 2 public water systems across 1 ZIP code, serving approximately 715 people.
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