Mount Dora, FL: 2 Health Violations — 90/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 12 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Within Mount Dora, safety indicators for tap water remain above the FL median — documented violations are infrequent and the city's compliance record sits in the upper tier.
How Mount Dora Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Mount Dora Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 30 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0013 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,500 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.09 — above typical levels.
Mount Dora's Water Providers
Federal records list 12 water systems tied to Mount Dora, FL. Of those, 3 are the primary providers, meaning service conditions, rate structures, and compliance histories can differ depending on where a property sits.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Mount Dora, Florida (population ~32,712), covering 12 community water systems serving approximately 249,222 people region-wide.
2 of 2 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Mount Dora: A (90/100)
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
Mount Dora water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0013 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): 2 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Coliform | Microbiological | 15 | 2 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 15 | 2 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 6 | 2 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 6 | 2 |
| Lead | Inorganic | 3 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32756 | A | 15 | 1 | Mount Dora, City of (2wps) |
| 32757 | A | 15 | 1 | Mount Dora, City of (2wps) |
All ZIP Codes in Mount Dora
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.
Mount Dora 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
What's in Mount Dora's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Mount Dora
In Mount Dora, property wealth outpaces what documented remediation typically demands — the equity burden lands well within the low tier.
Remediation costs in Mount Dora are relatively low compared to home values. The $950–$2,250 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 4% below the Florida average.
Mount Dora: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
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 Mount Dora 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.
Mount Dora: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
How does Mount Dora's flood record connect to local water quality? The NFIP documents 28 claims — enough to signal recurring events — and 50% of ZIP codes carry FEMA flood zone status. That combination places flooding in the category of factors that can periodically affect water infrastructure, even if the area isn't among the highest-exposure communities in the NFIP dataset.
Mount Dora has a moderate flood history with 28 FEMA claims averaging $27,662 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>$1,500</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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