Water System Report FL

Oaks of Atlantic Beach

EPA ID: FL2161276 · 556 people served · 1 ZIP code

Oaks of Atlantic Beach carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 556 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

556
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$396K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Oaks of Atlantic Beach Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$81,586
Median Household Income
24,111
Service Area Population
40%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
53%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Oaks of Atlantic Beach serves a community with a median household income of $81,586 and an estimated 24,111 residents across its service area. Approximately 53% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

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.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Oaks of Atlantic Beach'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

About 1% of homes in Duval County, Florida rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

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

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 59% 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. 2 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $1,700

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 $1,700 (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

Oaks of Atlantic Beach (EPA ID: FL2161276) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 556 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 32233 in Atlantic Beach.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free 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.

  • 32233 — Atlantic Beach

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Oaks of Atlantic Beach (FL2161276) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oaks of Atlantic Beach water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Oaks of Atlantic Beach has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Oaks of Atlantic Beach serve?

Oaks of Atlantic Beach serves approximately 556 people across 1 ZIP code in Florida.

Where does Oaks of Atlantic Beach get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
281
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 556
Reported to Florida

Source: FDEP PWS Lead Service Line Inventories (LSLI) · Submitted 2024

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Oaks of Atlantic Beach meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Oaks of Atlantic Beach serve?
Oaks of Atlantic Beach serves approximately 556 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Oaks of Atlantic Beach's water source?
Oaks of Atlantic Beach draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Oaks of Atlantic Beach's service area?
The Oaks of Atlantic Beach service area has a median household income of $81,586. EPA EJScreen data classifies 40% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Oaks of Atlantic Beach get its water?
Oaks of Atlantic Beach'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.
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