Bagdad-garcon Point Water System
EPA ID: FL1570042 · 10,896 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Bagdad-garcon Point Water System (FL1570042): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Unlike many utilities its size, Bagdad-garcon Point Water System carries a violation-free five-year record - no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 10,896 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Bagdad-garcon Point Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Bagdad-garcon Point Water System serves a community with a median household income of $84,957 and an estimated 31,446 residents across its service area. Approximately 65% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Bagdad-garcon Point Water System's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 3 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 1 exceeds state limits.
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Florida
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.
System Overview
Bagdad-garcon Point Water System (EPA ID: FL1570042) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 10,896 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0032 mg/L | No | N/A |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
Radon Risk in Service Area
Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by FL or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Bagdad-garcon Point Water System (FL1570042) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bagdad-garcon Point Water System water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Bagdad-garcon Point Water System in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does Bagdad-garcon Point Water System serve?
Bagdad-garcon Point Water System serves approximately 10,896 people across 2 ZIP codes in Florida.
Where does Bagdad-garcon Point Water System get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected
This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.
Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.
Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Bagdad-garcon Point Water System, FL: Serves 11K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/fl1570042/
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