ZipCheckup grade for 32456: A.
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Port Saint Joe, FL: 16 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 86/100
EPA data combined for 4 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: City of Port St. Joe)
Health-based violation records by water system:
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 32456 in Port Saint Joe, FL contain 35 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 16 are marked health-based.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 16 health-based violations and 19 non-health-based (since 2021).
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0018 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- PFAS PFAS detected in UCMR5 sampling; see the PFAS section for each compound, compared with the federal PFAS MCL where one exists.
- Radon EPA Zone 3 - county-level radon potential, not evidence of a low home result.
- Flood 2,303 cumulative NFIP claim records. This historical count is not a current property-risk verdict.
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A single critical condition appears in the 32456 dataset - 1 additional elevated finding accompany it at the high-priority tier in Port Saint Joe.
Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: 86/100
This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.
Canonical components
Required domains
Coverage: 4 of 4 components and 3 of 3 domains observed.
Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.
Safety & Health (6) CRITICAL
Your Water System
ZIP code 32456 in Port Saint Joe, Florida is mapped to the water system City of Port St. Joe (EPA ID: FL1230545). This system provides water to approximately 13,848 people from surface water sources.
There are 4 community water systems serving this area.
Water Systems Serving This Area
| System Name | EPA ID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Port St. Joe, | FL1230545 | 13,848 | Surface water |
| Gulf County Water Department | FL1230848 | 6,287 | Surface water |
| City of Mexico Beach, | FL1030467 | 5,888 | Surface water |
| City of Apalachicola, | FL1190150 | 5,235 | Groundwater |
Other Water Quality Reports in Florida
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- 32004 (Ponte Vedra Beach)
- 32006 (Fleming Island)
- 32007 (Bostwick)
- 32008 (Branford) - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 32009 (Bryceville)
- 32011 (Callahan) - 6 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 32013 (Day)
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- 32025 (Lake City)
- 32026 (Raiford)
- 32030 (Doctors Inlet)
- 32033 (Elkton) - 6 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 32034 (Fernandina Beach) - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 32035 (Fernandina Beach)
- 32038 (Fort White)
- 32040 (Glen Saint Mary) - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 32041 (Yulee)
- 32042 (Graham)
- 32043 (Green Cove Springs) - 9 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 32457 (Port Saint Joe) - <1 mi
- 32410 (Mexico Beach) - 11 mi - 6 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 32320 (Apalachicola) - 19 mi - 20 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 32329 (Apalachicola) - 20 mi
- 32465 (Wewahitchka) - 20 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 32403 (Panama City) - 24 mi
- 32335 (Sumatra) - 24 mi
- 32404 (Panama City) - 29 mi - 15 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 32328 (Eastpoint) - 30 mi - 30 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 32401 (Panama City) - 32 mi - 12 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for City of Port St. Joe (FL1230545) on EPA.gov.
3 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.
Compliance History
PFAS Contamination Detected
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with ZIP code 32456.
Detected compounds: PFBA.
Highest measured level: 0.0063 µg/L
Reverse osmosis (RO) and activated carbon block filters can reduce PFAS at the tap. Certifications list the compounds covered: an NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 claim for PFOA/PFOS does not cover every PFAS, so check that the product lists the compounds detected here.
Environmental Hazards (11) HIGH
Home & Infrastructure (8) MODERATE
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Cost & Community (8) OK
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Home & Flood Insurance
The ZIP code for this report in Port Saint Joe has 2,303 FEMA flood claims on record. Standard homeowner policies don't cover flood damage - make sure you're protected.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 32456 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 35 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 32456 (primary system: City of Port St. Joe), including 16 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.
Where does 32456's water come from?
The recorded water source for City of Port St. Joe, a system mapped to ZIP code 32456, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 13,848 people.
How does Port Saint Joe water compare to the national average?
Port Saint Joe's Home Safety Score ranks better than 80% of U.S. ZIP codes, and at or above 65% within Florida.
How can I get my water tested in Port Saint Joe?
If City of Port St. Joe supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.
Is lead a concern in 32456 tap water?
The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 32456 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0018 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2023-12-01). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.
What is the radon risk for 32456?
32456 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 3 (low county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Gulf County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
Are there PFAS (forever chemicals) in 32456's water?
Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 32456. Reverse osmosis and activated carbon filters certified to NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 specifically for PFOA/PFOS reduction can reduce PFAS.
What does the NFIP claim history show for ZIP 32456?
FEMA records contain 2303 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 32456; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is AE, which is claims evidence and may differ from the current FEMA map zone for a property. This is a substantial claim history, but claim count is not a count of distinct events or properties. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Port Saint Joe, FL: 16 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 86/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/32456/
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Page version: October 2026.
Nearby ZIP Code Reports
Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 32456
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32457 | Port Saint Joe, FL | <1 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 32410 | Mexico Beach, FL | 10.9 mi | A | 6 |
| 32320 | Apalachicola, FL | 18.8 mi | N/A | 20 |
| 32329 | Apalachicola, FL | 19.9 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 32465 | Wewahitchka, FL | 20.3 mi | N/A | 1 |
| 32403 | Panama City, FL | 23.6 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 32335 | Sumatra, FL | 24.1 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 32404 | Panama City, FL | 29.4 mi | A | 15 |
| 32328 | Eastpoint, FL | 29.5 mi | N/A | 30 |
| 32401 | Panama City, FL | 31.8 mi | A | 12 |
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