2026 Rankings

Worst Infrastructure: Florida — 2026 Rankings

Last updated: August 31, 2026

998 ZIP codes ranked by Pipe Failure Risk #1: ZIP 32003 (Fleming Island, FL) - NaN%

Out of 998 ZIP codes with infrastructure data in Florida, these areas face the highest estimated risk of water pipe failure based on infrastructure age, funding gaps, and violation history.

Statistic Value
ZIP codes ranked 998
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Median risk NaN%
Average risk NaN%
State Florida

Top 100 Highest Risk ZIP Codes

Rank ZIP Code City State Pipe Failure Risk Risk Level Safety Score
1 32003 Fleming Island FL NaN% Unknown
2 32008 Branford FL NaN% Unknown
3 32009 Bryceville FL NaN% Unknown
4 32011 Callahan FL NaN% Unknown
5 32013 Day FL NaN% Unknown
6 32024 Lake City FL NaN% Unknown 83/100
7 32025 Lake City FL NaN% Unknown 83/100
8 32033 Elkton FL NaN% Unknown
9 32034 Fernandina Beach FL NaN% Unknown
10 32038 Fort White FL NaN% Unknown
11 32040 Glen Saint Mary FL NaN% Unknown
12 32043 Green Cove Springs FL NaN% Unknown
13 32044 Hampton FL NaN% Unknown
14 32046 Hilliard FL NaN% Unknown
15 32052 Jasper FL NaN% Unknown 97/100
16 32053 Jennings FL NaN% Unknown
17 32054 Lake Butler FL NaN% Unknown
18 32055 Lake City FL NaN% Unknown 83/100
19 32058 Lawtey FL NaN% Unknown
20 32059 Lee FL NaN% Unknown
21 32060 Live Oak FL NaN% Unknown
22 32061 Lulu FL NaN% Unknown
23 32062 Mc Alpin FL NaN% Unknown
24 32063 Macclenny FL NaN% Unknown 100/100
25 32064 Live Oak FL NaN% Unknown
26 32065 Orange Park FL NaN% Unknown
27 32066 Mayo FL NaN% Unknown
28 32068 Middleburg FL NaN% Unknown
29 32071 O Brien FL NaN% Unknown
30 32072 Olustee FL NaN% Unknown
31 32073 Orange Park FL NaN% Unknown
32 32079 Penney Farms FL NaN% Unknown
33 32080 Saint Augustine FL NaN% Unknown
34 32081 Ponte Vedra FL NaN% Unknown
35 32082 Ponte Vedra Beach FL NaN% Unknown
36 32083 Raiford FL NaN% Unknown
37 32084 Saint Augustine FL NaN% Unknown
38 32086 Saint Augustine FL NaN% Unknown
39 32087 Sanderson FL NaN% Unknown
40 32091 Starke FL NaN% Unknown
41 32092 Saint Augustine FL NaN% Unknown
42 32094 Wellborn FL NaN% Unknown
43 32095 Saint Augustine FL NaN% Unknown
44 32096 White Springs FL NaN% Unknown
45 32097 Yulee FL NaN% Unknown
46 32102 Astor FL NaN% Unknown
47 32110 Bunnell FL NaN% Unknown 98/100
48 32112 Crescent City FL NaN% Unknown
49 32113 Citra FL NaN% Unknown
50 32114 Daytona Beach FL NaN% Unknown 100/100
51 32117 Daytona Beach FL NaN% Unknown 99/100
52 32118 Daytona Beach FL NaN% Unknown 99/100
53 32119 Daytona Beach FL NaN% Unknown 99/100
54 32124 Daytona Beach FL NaN% Unknown 99/100
55 32127 Port Orange FL NaN% Unknown 99/100
56 32128 Port Orange FL NaN% Unknown
57 32129 Port Orange FL NaN% Unknown 99/100
58 32130 De Leon Springs FL NaN% Unknown
59 32131 East Palatka FL NaN% Unknown
60 32132 Edgewater FL NaN% Unknown 100/100
61 32133 Eastlake Weir FL NaN% Unknown
62 32134 Fort Mc Coy FL NaN% Unknown
63 32136 Flagler Beach FL NaN% Unknown 96/100
64 32137 Palm Coast FL NaN% Unknown 98/100
65 32139 Georgetown FL NaN% Unknown
66 32140 Florahome FL NaN% Unknown
67 32141 Edgewater FL NaN% Unknown 93/100
68 32145 Hastings FL NaN% Unknown
69 32147 Hollister FL NaN% Unknown
70 32148 Interlachen FL NaN% Unknown
71 32157 Lake Como FL NaN% Unknown
72 32159 Lady Lake FL NaN% Unknown 73/100
73 32162 The Villages FL NaN% Unknown
74 32163 The Villages FL NaN% Unknown
75 32164 Palm Coast FL NaN% Unknown 98/100
76 32168 New Smyrna Beach FL NaN% Unknown 99/100
77 32169 New Smyrna Beach FL NaN% Unknown 100/100
78 32174 Ormond Beach FL NaN% Unknown 97/100
79 32176 Ormond Beach FL NaN% Unknown 100/100
80 32177 Palatka FL NaN% Unknown 93/100
81 32179 Ocklawaha FL NaN% Unknown
82 32180 Pierson FL NaN% Unknown
83 32181 Pomona Park FL NaN% Unknown 99/100
84 32182 Orange Springs FL NaN% Unknown
85 32187 San Mateo FL NaN% Unknown
86 32189 Satsuma FL NaN% Unknown
87 32190 Seville FL NaN% Unknown
88 32193 Welaka FL NaN% Unknown
89 32195 Weirsdale FL NaN% Unknown
90 32202 Jacksonville FL NaN% Unknown 91/100
91 32203 Jacksonville FL NaN% Unknown
92 32204 Jacksonville FL NaN% Unknown 91/100
93 32205 Jacksonville FL NaN% Unknown 91/100
94 32206 Jacksonville FL NaN% Unknown 91/100
95 32207 Jacksonville FL NaN% Unknown 91/100
96 32208 Jacksonville FL NaN% Unknown 91/100
97 32209 Jacksonville FL NaN% Unknown 91/100
98 32210 Jacksonville FL NaN% Unknown 90/100
99 32211 Jacksonville FL NaN% Unknown 91/100
100 32212 Jacksonville FL NaN% Unknown 90/100

Methodology

Infrastructure risk rankings combine four data sources, each weighted equally (25%): (1) EPA Drinking Water Infrastructure Needs Survey (DWINS 2023) — state-level 20-year funding gap per capita for pipe replacement, treatment, and storage; (2) Census ACS housing vintage — percentage of homes built before 1980, when lead solder and galvanized pipes were common; (3) EPA SDWIS violation and enforcement data — system-level compliance history; (4) Lead and Copper Rule indicators — service line material inventories and 90th percentile lead testing results. The combined score is normalized to a 0-100% probability scale.

Data sources: EPA DWINS 2023, Census ACS, EPA SDWIS, Lead and Copper Rule data. Last updated: 2026-08-31.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does pipe failure probability mean?

Pipe failure probability estimates the likelihood of water main breaks, lead contamination from corroded pipes, or service disruptions based on infrastructure age, state funding gaps, violation history, and lead indicators. It is not a prediction of imminent failure, but a risk assessment based on known factors.

How is infrastructure risk calculated?

The risk score combines four equally weighted factors: state-level infrastructure funding gap per capita (from EPA DWINS 2023), housing vintage (Census ACS pre-1980 housing percentage), water system violation and enforcement history (EPA SDWIS), and lead exposure indicators (service line probability and testing results).

What can homeowners do about aging infrastructure?

Test your tap water annually, especially for lead. Check if your home has a lead service line through your water utility. Consider a whole-house water filter (NSF/ANSI 53 certified). Review your water system Consumer Confidence Report for violation history.

Does high risk mean my water is unsafe right now?

Not necessarily. Infrastructure risk indicates long-term vulnerability, not current contamination. However, areas with aging pipes and high violation counts have a statistically higher chance of water quality issues. Regular testing is the best way to verify your water safety.

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Disclaimer: Rankings are based on EPA, FEMA, and federal agency data. They reflect historical patterns and risk indicators, not necessarily current conditions. For the most current information, contact your local water utility or request a Consumer Confidence Report.

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