Water System Report FL

Chumuckla Water System, Inc.

EPA ID: FL1570140 ยท 5,527 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Chumuckla Water System, Inc. (FL1570140): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Zero EPA violations over five years - Chumuckla Water System, Inc. has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 5,527.

Data: EPA SDWIS

5,527
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0011 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$248K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Chumuckla Water System, Inc. Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$82,988
Median Household Income
46,841
Service Area Population
16%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
41%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Chumuckla Water System, Inc. serves a community with a median household income of $82,988 and an estimated 46,841 residents across its service area. Approximately 41% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Chumuckla Water System, Inc.'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

38 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
33 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 54% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 4 detections recorded. 3 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 2 exceed state limits.

State limits: PFOA: 0.004 ppt, PFOS: 0.004 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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C 19 violations
City of Lake Alfred
5,584 people
D 12 violations
City of Fort Meade
5,455 people
C 7 violations
Jea: Ponte Vedra Grid
5,395 people
2 violations
City of Valparaiso
5,722 people
A 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $2,150
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $2,750

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,750 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Chumuckla Water System, Inc. (EPA ID: FL1570140) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 5,527 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0011 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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Chumuckla Water System, Inc. (FL1570140) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chumuckla Water System, Inc. water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Chumuckla Water System, Inc. 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 Chumuckla Water System, Inc. serve?

Chumuckla Water System, Inc. serves approximately 5,527 people across 2 ZIP codes in Florida.

Where does Chumuckla Water System, Inc. get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
174

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) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Chumuckla Water System, Inc. meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Chumuckla Water System, Inc. serve?
Chumuckla Water System, Inc. serves approximately 5,527 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Chumuckla Water System, Inc.'s water source?
Chumuckla Water System, Inc. draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Chumuckla Water System, Inc.'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0011 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Chumuckla Water System, Inc.'s service area?
The Chumuckla Water System, Inc. service area has a median household income of $82,988. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Chumuckla Water System, Inc. get its water?
Chumuckla Water System, Inc.'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Chumuckla Water System, Inc. Water Quality Report, FL. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/fl1570140/
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