Historical Compliance Records FL

Baldwin Water System

EPA ID: FL2160053 ยท 1,790 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Baldwin Water System (FL2160053): 2 EPA violations in the last five years. In the five-year tracking period, Baldwin Water System filed 2 violations - each has been cleared, and the utility now meets all federal standards for its 1,790 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,790
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0005 mg/L
Max Lead Level
2
Contaminants Flagged
$229K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Baldwin Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$81,063
Median Household Income
52,813
Service Area Population
40%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
39%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Baldwin Water System serves a community with a median household income of $81,063 and an estimated 52,813 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 40% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Baldwin 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

35 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
35 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 50% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Baldwin Water System compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 6 detections recorded.

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†’

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,600
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,100 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Baldwin Water System (EPA ID: FL2160053) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 1,790 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 2 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2021 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2021 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0005 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.

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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 Baldwin Water System (FL2160053) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Baldwin Water System water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Baldwin Water System; its 2 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Baldwin Water System serve?

Baldwin Water System serves approximately 1,790 people across 3 ZIP codes in Florida.

Where does Baldwin Water System get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Baldwin Water System's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM). Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Baldwin Water System serve?
Baldwin Water System serves approximately 1,790 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Baldwin Water System's water source?
Baldwin Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Baldwin Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0005 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Baldwin Water System's service area?
The Baldwin Water System service area has a median household income of $81,063. EPA EJScreen data classifies 40% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Baldwin Water System get its water?
Baldwin 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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Baldwin Water System (FL): 2 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/fl2160053/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Baldwin Water System (EPA ID: FL2160053) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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