Zephyrhills, FL: 1 Health Violation - Home Safety 67/100
4 ZIP codes · 8 water systems · Updated
ZipCheckup grade for Zephyrhills: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
Although much of Zephyrhills meets baseline drinking water standards, some FL-tracked service areas show violations that merit a closer look - particularly for older housing stock.
How Zephyrhills Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS
Zephyrhills Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 113 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0067 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 45% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $2,125 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.44 - above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Zephyrhills
8 water systems are tracked federally in Zephyrhills, 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.
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Overview
We track home safety data for 4 ZIP codes in Zephyrhills, Florida (population ~59,317), covering 8 community water systems serving approximately 261,013 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 3 of 4 ZIP codes.
3 of 3 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation appear in the available health breakdown.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Zephyrhills: C (67/100)
Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| PFAS MCL Screen | UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
| Annual AQI | EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days |
Water Sources
Zephyrhills water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0067 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 3 ZIP codes with known status 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 | 124 | 3 |
| Total Coliform | Microbiological | 100 | 3 |
| Lead | Inorganic | 23 | 3 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 17 | 3 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 16 | 3 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33541 | — | 87 | 1 | Pcud-pasco County Regional Public Water System |
| 33542 | C | 75 | 0 | City of Zephyrhills |
| 33540 | C | 70 | 0 | City of Zephyrhills |
All ZIP Codes in Zephyrhills
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.
CDC Health Data for Zephyrhills
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 Zephyrhills
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Zephyrhills's Housing Stock?
With 45% 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
Some cities skew heavily toward one construction era; Zephyrhills does not. The median build year of 1989 reflects a housing stock where older and newer homes share the market in meaningful proportions. That mixed profile means the city carries moderate aggregate plumbing-era risk - with older homes, particularly those built before 1986, representing the portion of the stock where lead-soldered joints may still be present.
Most homes in Zephyrhills were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Zephyrhills: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Is remediation financially manageable for Zephyrhills homeowners? At a moderate equity share, generally yes - with deliberate budgeting ahead of time.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Zephyrhills. The estimated $1,450–$3,125 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 64% below the Florida average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Zephyrhills
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.
45% of Zephyrhills housing dates to the pre-rule era, alongside aggregate readings hovering at the federal action mark - household-level confirmation through a draw-test kit fits the local picture.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Historical Flood-Claim Evidence for Zephyrhills
Historical NFIP data for Zephyrhills contains 204 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $47,617. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 100% 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 <strong>$2,125</strong> 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.
What You Can Do in Zephyrhills
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages - your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. Filters rated for Consumer Confidence Report Rule can reduce the most common contaminant found in Zephyrhills's water.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 45% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
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