Lutz, FL: 41 Violations - Home Safety 92/100
4 ZIP codes · 8 water systems · Updated
ZipCheckup grade for Lutz: A.
Checked records flag no major concern; missing data is unknown.
Looking at federal compliance records for Lutz, FL: the city earns a grade in the top two bands here, and each serving system's violation history can be reviewed individually for what lies behind it.
How Lutz Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS
Key Facts for Lutz Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 41 violations since 2021.
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0027 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 36% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $500 per household.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 13.06.
Lutz's Water Providers
Sorted by reported population served, the top 3 of 8 public water systems mapped to Lutz, FL appear below, each with its own federal compliance record.
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Overview
We track home safety data for 4 ZIP codes in Lutz, Florida (population ~77,553), covering 8 community water systems serving approximately 1,194,893 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 4 of 4 ZIP codes.
4 of 4 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. The available record reports no health-based violations for this measured scope.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Lutz: A (92/100)
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
Lutz water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0027 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 4 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
4 of 4 ZIP records with known zones are in EPA Radon Zone 2.
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 | 25 | 4 |
| E. coli | Microbiological | 15 | 4 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 10 | 4 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 10 | 4 |
| Nitrate | Inorganic | 7 | 4 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33549 | A | 25 | 0 | Pcud-pasco County Regional Public Water System |
| 33558 | A | 15 | 0 | Hcwrc/northwest Utilities |
| 33559 | A | 11 | 0 | City of Tampa Water Department |
| 33548 | B | 8 | 0 | Hcwrc/northwest Utilities |
All ZIP Codes in Lutz
- 33548 [B] - 8 violations
- 33549 [A] - 25 violations
- 33558 [A] - 15 violations
- 33559 [A] - 11 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.
Lutz Community Health Snapshot
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
What's in Lutz's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Lutz Infrastructure Age
Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
When a home in Lutz was built matters for lead because federal rules adopted in 1986 limited how much lead new plumbing could contain; the local median build year is 1988. A median sits in the middle of a range, so some homes are older and some newer, and past repairs may have changed the pipes in either group. A plumber can identify the materials inside a home, and a lab test measures what reaches the tap.
Most homes in Lutz were built after 1986; lead exposure at a tap still depends on its service line and plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Lutz
Because the median home value in Lutz is large relative to the estimated cost of remediation, the ratio between them stays at or below 1%; that is a statement about two area-level numbers, not a quote for a particular house or a judgment about what an owner can pay.
Estimated remediation costs in Lutz can be compared with local home values. The $300–$800 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 42% above the Florida average.
Lutz: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
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.
Lutz: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context
Historical NFIP data for Lutz contains 387 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $16,544. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 75% 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 $500 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.
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