Stuart, FL: 196 Violations — 70/100 (2026)
4 ZIP codes · 8 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Stuart, FL: reliable drinking water, above-average safety record, few violations.
How Stuart Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Stuart Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 196 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.004 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 61% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,475 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.62 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Stuart
At present, 3 utilities serve the bulk of Stuart, FL's residential water connections out of 8 systems active in the area, spread across independent providers with separate infrastructure and compliance obligations.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 4 ZIP codes in Stuart, Florida (population ~75,140), covering 8 community water systems serving approximately 246,744 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 Stuart: B (70/100)
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
Stuart water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0040 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 | 150 | 4 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 30 | 4 |
| Total Coliform | Microbiological | 25 | 4 |
| Lead | Inorganic | 15 | 4 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 10 | 4 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34994 | C | 49 | 0 | Martin Company Utilities |
| 34995 | B | 49 | 0 | Martin Company Utilities |
| 34996 | C | 49 | 0 | Martin Company Utilities |
| 34997 | C | 49 | 0 | Martin Company Utilities |
All ZIP Codes in Stuart
- 34994 [C] — 49 violations
- 34995 [B] — 49 violations
- 34996 [C] — 49 violations
- 34997 [C] — 49 violations
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.
Health Outcomes in Stuart
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
Top Contaminants in Stuart Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Housing & Infrastructure in Stuart
With 61% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Heavily weighted toward older construction, Stuart's housing stock carries a median build year of 1981. That profile puts a majority of homes in the era when lead-soldered copper plumbing was standard practice.
Over half of homes in Stuart were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Stuart Homeowners
The household financial picture for Stuart homeowners is proportionally favorable — addressing documented issues claims a small slice of equity, and the cost-to-value ratio puts this area well within the manageable tier.
Remediation costs in Stuart are relatively low compared to home values. The $975–$2,200 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 1% below the Florida average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Stuart
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.
After the federal action removing lead-bearing solder from new plumbing took effect, building practice shifted — but 61% of the Stuart inventory predates that line. With aggregate samples near or beyond 0.015 mg/L, an in-home check moves out of the optional column into the standard list.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Flood & Climate Risk in Stuart
Flood risk in Stuart reaches a level where its interaction with water quality becomes a concrete planning concern rather than an abstract possibility. NFIP data records 1434 claims, and 100% of the area's ZIP codes are within FEMA-designated flood zones. At this exposure level, the mechanisms connecting major flood events to water quality disruption — treatment overload, well contamination, distribution backflow — have likely been activated repeatedly over the multi-decade NFIP tracking window.
Stuart has a significant flood history with 1,434 FEMA flood insurance claims on record, averaging $11,134 per claim. With 100% 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>$1,475</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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