Ormond Beach, FL: 4 Violations — 89/100 (2026)
4 ZIP codes · 9 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
For households in Ormond Beach, FL water data shows a consistently above-average safety picture.
How Ormond Beach Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Ormond Beach Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 4 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0038 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,933 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.98 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Ormond Beach
9 water systems are tracked federally in Ormond Beach, FL. The top 3 providers collectively serve most residential addresses, but because they operate independently, infrastructure maintenance standards and compliance histories differ from one service zone to another.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 4 ZIP codes in Ormond Beach, Florida (population ~67,431), covering 9 community water systems serving approximately 275,004 people region-wide.
4 of 4 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Ormond Beach: A (89/100)
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
Ormond Beach water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0038 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): 4 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 5 | 4 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32173 | A | 1 | 0 | Ormond Beach |
| 32174 | B | 1 | 0 | Ormond Beach |
| 32175 | A | 1 | 0 | Ormond Beach |
| 32176 | B | 1 | 0 | Ormond Beach |
All ZIP Codes in Ormond Beach
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.
CDC Health Data for Ormond Beach
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
Key Contaminants Detected in Ormond Beach
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Ormond Beach: Remediation Cost in Perspective
How much of a Ormond Beach home's value does documented remediation represent? A small fraction — the equity share here is in the low tier, and from a household financial perspective, most property owners are considering a commitment that fits comfortably within standard planning rather than a decision that rises to the level of a material budget event or significant equity consideration.
Remediation costs in Ormond Beach are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,267–$2,800 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 9% above the Florida average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Ormond Beach
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 Ormond Beach 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.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Ormond Beach
Decades of documented flood activity appear in Ormond Beach's NFIP record — 1512 insurance claims filed and 75% of ZIP codes carrying FEMA flood designations. The scale of that record puts water infrastructure vulnerability from flooding into the concrete-risk category.
Ormond Beach has a significant flood history with 1,512 FEMA flood insurance claims on record, averaging $24,116 per claim. With 75% of ZIP codes in FEMA-designated flood zones, flood risk is a major concern for homeowners and water quality.
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>$1,933</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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