Mossy Head, FL Water Safety: 73/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
For households in Mossy Head, FL water data shows a consistently above-average safety picture.
How Mossy Head Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Mossy Head Residents
- Estimated remediation: $1,200 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.09 — above typical levels.
Mossy Head's Water Providers
While 1 water system appear in federal records for Mossy Head, FL, one provider supplies the majority of residential connections — making it the central point of infrastructure and compliance accountability for most households.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Mossy Head, Florida, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 12,243 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Mossy Head — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Mossy Head: B (73/100)
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
Mossy Head water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Mossy Head
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32434 | B | DEFUNIAK SPRINGS W/S, CITY OF | 12,243 |
All ZIP Codes in Mossy Head
- 32434 [B]
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.
Mossy Head Community Health Snapshot
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
Mossy Head: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Across the NFIP's long tracking period, Mossy Head shows 3 claims and 100% of ZIP codes within FEMA-designated flood zones — figures that place it in moderate flood exposure territory. At this level, the water-quality implications of flooding — contaminated wells, stressed treatment intake, distribution backflow — move from theoretical edge cases to genuine periodic risks, particularly during higher-severity events.
Mossy Head has a moderate flood history with 3 FEMA claims averaging $9,690 per payout. 100% 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>$1,200</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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