Longwood, FL: 8 Health Violations — 87/100 (2026)
4 ZIP codes · 13 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Public water monitoring in Longwood shows a safety record well above the FL median — health-based violations are isolated exceptions rather than recurring patterns, the city's systems have stayed compliant across recent reporting cycles, and no cluster of recurring exceedances appears in any single service area.
How Longwood Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Longwood Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 304 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0015 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,700 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 11.34.
Who Supplies Your Water in Longwood
Throughout Longwood, FL, water comes from one of 3 primary utilities out of 13 total systems — independent providers with different rate structures, infrastructure, and compliance records that vary across the service territory.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 4 ZIP codes in Longwood, Florida (population ~54,959), covering 13 community water systems serving approximately 424,547 people region-wide.
4 of 4 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 8 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Longwood: A (87/100)
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
Longwood water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0015 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): 4 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Coliform | Microbiological | 145 | 4 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 125 | 4 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 40 | 4 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 30 | 4 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 15 | 4 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32750 | B | 76 | 2 | Sanlando (3 Wtps) |
| 32752 | A | 76 | 2 | Sanlando (3 Wtps) |
| 32779 | B | 76 | 2 | Sanlando (3 Wtps) |
| 32791 | A | 76 | 2 | Sanlando (3 Wtps) |
All ZIP Codes in Longwood
- 32750 [B] — 76 violations ⚠
- 32752 [A] — 76 violations ⚠
- 32779 [B] — 76 violations ⚠
- 32791 [A] — 76 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
Updated daily.
Health Outcomes in Longwood
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
Top Contaminants in Longwood Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Longwood Homeowners
In Longwood, the equity impact of remediation is proportionally small — not the kind of financial commitment that rises to the level of a genuine planning constraint, but a minor share of what most properties here are worth.
Remediation costs in Longwood are relatively low compared to home values. The $800–$2,875 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 36% above the Florida average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Longwood
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 Longwood 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.
Flood & Climate Risk in Longwood
119 FEMA flood insurance claims are on file for Longwood, and 50% of local ZIP codes fall within federally designated flood zones — enough to put flood exposure on the planning radar, though short of the concentrated-risk threshold where treatment-system vulnerability becomes a primary consideration.
Longwood has a moderate flood history with 119 FEMA claims averaging $20,669 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>$1,700</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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