Yulee, FL: 2 Health Violations — 90/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 4 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Tap water in Yulee, FL scores well — low violation counts, above-average safety grade.
How Yulee Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Yulee Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 48 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0005 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,450 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.31 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Yulee
3 water utilities share the residential service territory in Yulee, FL — out of 4 total systems in federal records.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Yulee, Florida, covering 4 community water systems serving approximately 24,880 people.
2 of 2 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Yulee: A (90/100)
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
Yulee water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0005 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): 2 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Coliform | Microbiological | 27 | 2 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 24 | 2 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 6 | 2 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 6 | 2 |
| Lead | Inorganic | 3 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32041 | A | 24 | 1 | Green Acres of Yulee |
| 32097 | A | 24 | 1 | Green Acres of Yulee |
All ZIP Codes in Yulee
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 Yulee
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 Yulee
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Yulee: Remediation Cost in Perspective
In Yulee, property values comfortably outpace what documented remediation typically costs — the equity share is proportionally low.
Remediation costs in Yulee are relatively low compared to home values. The $900–$2,250 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 13% below the Florida average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Yulee
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 Yulee 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 Yulee
Yulee's flood exposure sits in the moderate range: 32 NFIP claims on record and 50% of ZIP codes within FEMA-designated flood zones. Residents with private wells or older infrastructure have reasonable grounds to factor flood timing into their water quality awareness.
Yulee has a moderate flood history with 32 FEMA claims averaging $21,705 per payout. 50% 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>$1,450</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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