CITY REPORT FL HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 1

Ocklawaha, FL: 27 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable

2 ZIP codes · 5 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

2
ZIP Codes
5
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
Zone 2
County Radon Potential (Moderate)
$163K
Median Home Value
$300
Est. Remediation (0.2% of home value)

What You Should Know About Ocklawaha Water

  • Your city's water systems recorded 27 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0012 mg/L.
  • Estimated remediation: $300 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 15.21.

Who Supplies Your Water in Ocklawaha

Because each listed system has its own federal record, violations at one of the 3 shown below do not apply to the others among the 5 tied to Ocklawaha, FL.

Overview

We track home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Ocklawaha, Florida (population ~9,051), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 43,708 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 2 ZIP codes.

1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation appear in the available health breakdown.

Water Sources

Ocklawaha water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0012 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

2 of 2 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
E. coli Microbiological 14 1
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 14 1
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 8 1
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 8 1
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions Treatment Technique 4 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
32179 — 27 1 Ocklawaha Water Works (2 Wtps)

All ZIP Codes in Ocklawaha

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Health Outcomes in Ocklawaha

9.8%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
14.9%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
16.6%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

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

Asthma 9.8% ↓
Diabetes 14.9% ↑
Mental Health 16.6% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

Top Contaminants in Ocklawaha Water

E. coli 14 violations
Microbiological
Gastrointestinal illness, potentially fatal
Revised Total Coliform Rule 14 violations
Microbiological
Indicates possible bacterial contamination
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 8 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.06 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Ocklawaha Homeowners

Here the gap between local home values and the estimated repair bill is wide, so the percentage shown below for Ocklawaha stays at or under the 1% mark.

Median Home Value
$162,700
Est. Remediation
$300
Remediation as % of home value 0.2%

Estimated remediation costs in Ocklawaha can be compared with local home values. The $150–$600 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 52% below the Florida average.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Ocklawaha

0.0012
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

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.

Available area-level lead records for Ocklawaha do not determine the lead level at an individual tap. 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.

Historical NFIP Claim Context in Ocklawaha

7
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$7,372
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Ocklawaha contains 7 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $7,372. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 100% 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 $300 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many violations are on record for water systems serving Ocklawaha?
EPA records list 27 EPA violations, including 1 health-based violation for Ocklawaha water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 2 mapped ZIP codes.
Does Ocklawaha water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Ocklawaha is 0.0012 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How many water systems serve Ocklawaha?
Our records map 5 water systems to 2 ZIP codes in Ocklawaha. The related population figure in our data is approximately 9,051 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Ocklawaha?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Ocklawaha: $300; modeled range $150 to $600. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Ocklawaha, FL: 27 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable. https://zipcheckup.com/cities/fl/ocklawaha/
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