Winter Haven, FL: 14 Health Violations — 72/100 (2026)
7 ZIP codes · 22 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Tap water monitoring data for Winter Haven shows a consistently clean picture in FL — few violations on record, compliance well above the median.
How Winter Haven Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Winter Haven, FL
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Safety grade breakdown for Winter Haven's 7 ZIP codes.
Key Facts for Winter Haven Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 1169 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.007 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,729 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14 — above typical levels.
Winter Haven's Water Providers
Water delivery in Winter Haven, FL is handled by 3 utilities rather than a single system — drawn from 22 providers in federal records, each filing its own compliance reports and setting its own rates.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 7 ZIP codes in Winter Haven, Florida (population ~117,920), covering 22 community water systems serving approximately 357,288 people region-wide.
7 of 7 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 14 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Winter Haven: B (72/100)
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
Winter Haven water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0070 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 7 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 720 | 7 |
| Total Coliform | Microbiological | 520 | 7 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 72 | 7 |
| Lead | Inorganic | 8 | 7 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 8 | 7 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33880 | C | 167 | 2 | Winter Haven Water Department |
| 33881 | B | 167 | 2 | Winter Haven Water Department |
| 33882 | B | 167 | 2 | Winter Haven Water Department |
| 33883 | B | 167 | 2 | Winter Haven Water Department |
| 33884 | C | 167 | 2 | Winter Haven Water Department |
| 33885 | B | 167 | 2 | Winter Haven Water Department |
| 33888 | B | 167 | 2 | Winter Haven Water Department |
All ZIP Codes in Winter Haven
- 33880 [C] — 167 violations ⚠
- 33881 [B] — 167 violations ⚠
- 33882 [B] — 167 violations ⚠
- 33883 [B] — 167 violations ⚠
- 33884 [C] — 167 violations ⚠
- 33885 [B] — 167 violations ⚠
- 33888 [B] — 167 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.
Winter Haven 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 Winter Haven's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Winter Haven
While no remediation project is entirely without cost, the relationship between estimated remediation and property values in Winter Haven is notably favorable — the equity share is small enough that the household financial perspective is one of proportionality rather than pressure, and most homeowners can treat it as routine planning rather than a significant financial event.
Remediation costs in Winter Haven are relatively low compared to home values. The $836–$2,871 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 41% below the Florida average.
Winter Haven: 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 Winter Haven 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.
Winter Haven: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
The National Flood Insurance Program captures decades of claims at the local level, building a record of cumulative community flood exposure. For Winter Haven, that record documents 193 claims and 57% of ZIP codes inside FEMA-designated flood zones. What makes those numbers relevant to water quality is the set of mechanisms flooding activates: heavy precipitation that floods treatment intake zones can introduce contaminants upstream of normal filtration; well casings in low-lying areas can be infiltrated by floodwaters carrying bacteria, sediment, and chemical residue; and distribution system pressure changes during flooding can create backflow conditions. These effects become more probable as flood frequency and magnitude increase — and the NFIP record indicates both are meaningful factors locally.
Winter Haven has a moderate flood history with 193 FEMA claims averaging $8,629 per payout. 57% 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>$1,729</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.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Winter Haven, FL