Lake Worth, FL: 7 Health Violations - Home Safety 76/100
8 ZIP codes · 10 water systems · Updated
ZipCheckup grade for Lake Worth: B.
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In the dataset behind this page, Lake Worth, FL receives one of the two highest grades; read the compliance history system by system for details.
How Lake Worth Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS
Water Quality Map: Lake Worth, FL
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Distribution of Home Safety grades across Lake Worth.
Lake Worth Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 55 violations since 2021.
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0029 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 50% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $943 per household.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 12.63.
Water Systems Serving Lake Worth
More than one public water system is linked to Lake Worth, FL: federal records tie 10 systems to the area, and the 3 with the largest reported service populations are shown below. Which of them supplies a particular address depends on where the property sits, and a water bill or the utility can confirm it.
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Overview
We track home safety data for 8 ZIP codes in Lake Worth, Florida (population ~249,168), covering 10 community water systems serving approximately 1,071,069 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 6 of 8 ZIP codes.
6 of 6 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 7 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Lake Worth: B (76/100)
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
Lake Worth water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0029 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 6 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
8 of 8 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 | 70 | 6 |
| E. coli | Microbiological | 17 | 5 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 14 | 3 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 11 | 4 |
| Lead and Copper Rule Revisions | Treatment Technique | 8 | 3 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33462 | C | 49 | 7 | Lantana Water Treatment Plant |
| 33463 | B | 28 | 2 | Palm Beach County Water Utilities |
| 33460 | B | 16 | 6 | Lake Worth Beach Utilities |
| 33461 | B | 14 | 2 | Palm Springs, Village of |
| 33449 | B | 8 | 1 | Wellington Wtp |
| 33467 | B | 4 | 1 | Palm Beach County Water Utilities |
All ZIP Codes in Lake Worth
- 33449 [B] - 8 violations ⚠
- 33460 [B] - 16 violations ⚠
- 33461 [B] - 14 violations ⚠
- 33462 [C] - 49 violations ⚠
- 33463 [B] - 28 violations ⚠
- 33465
- 33466
- 33467 [B] - 4 violations ⚠
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
Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.
CDC Health Data for Lake Worth
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
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Key Contaminants Detected in Lake Worth
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Lake Worth's Housing Stock?
With 50% 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
Lead can reach tap water from service lines, solder and brass fittings inside a building, which is why housing age draws attention in Lake Worth, where the median build year is 1985.
Over half of homes in Lake Worth 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.
Lake Worth: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Low tier for Lake Worth: remediation estimated at up to 1% of what homes are worth.
Estimated remediation costs in Lake Worth can be compared with local home values. The $571–$1,571 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 1% below the Florida average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Lake Worth
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.
Historical Flood-Claim Evidence for Lake Worth
Historical NFIP data for Lake Worth contains 1,082 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $11,948. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 33% 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 $943 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 Lake Worth, FL