Orange Park, FL - Home Safety Score unavailable
3 ZIP codes · 3 water systems · Updated
Data: EPA SDWIS
Key Facts for Orange Park Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 15 violations since 2021.
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0015 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 45% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $500 per household.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 13.12.
Orange Park's Water Providers
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 3 tied to Orange Park, FL.
Overview
We track home safety data for 3 ZIP codes in Orange Park, Florida (population ~83,191), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 963,236 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 2 of 3 ZIP codes.
2 of 2 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.
Water Sources
Orange Park water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0015 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 2 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
3 of 3 ZIP records with known zones are in EPA Radon Zone 3.
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 | 10 | 2 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 8 | 2 |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Reporting | 4 | 1 |
| Nitrate | Inorganic | 2 | 1 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32073 | — | 15 | 0 | Orange Park Grid |
| 32065 | — | 4 | 0 | Orange Park Grid |
All ZIP Codes in Orange Park
- 32065 - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 32067
- 32073 - 15 violations recorded for mapped water systems
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.
Orange Park 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 Orange Park's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Orange Park Infrastructure Age
With 45% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
1999 is the median build year in Orange Park, and the age breakdown below shows how much of the housing predates 1986.
Most homes in Orange Park 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 Orange Park
How large is the remediation estimate next to home prices in Orange Park? Small in relative terms: it amounts to 1% of the median value or less, although the dollar figure below is still an estimate and actual costs vary by property and contractor.
Estimated remediation costs in Orange Park 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 18% below the Florida average.
Orange Park: 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.
Orange Park: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context
Historical NFIP data for Orange Park contains 390 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $44,634. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 50% 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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