Health Violations Found FL 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Fumch-madison Youth Ranch

EPA ID: FL2401312 · 30 people served · 1 ZIP code

Five-year compliance data for Fumch-madison Youth Ranch includes 8 violations the EPA has not yet marked resolved — those open findings are part of the utility's current enforcement profile, covering a service population of approximately 30 residents across the area it supplies.

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

A · 86
Avg Safety Score
30
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
16
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0003 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
7
Contaminants Flagged
$177K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Demographics

$45,417
Median Household Income
1,452
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
46%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Fumch-madison Youth Ranch serves a community with a median household income of $45,417 and an estimated 1,452 residents across its service area. Approximately 46% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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

Fumch-madison Youth Ranch'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Madison 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

45 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
25 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 64% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Fumch-madison Youth Ranch compares to EPA limits

Lead 1 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

Lead at 1 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Coliform at 3 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,800
Water Filtration $300
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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,100 (one-time) vs. $15,000 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

Fumch-madison Youth Ranch (EPA ID: FL2401312) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 30 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 32350 in Pinetta.

Average Home Safety Score: A (86/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 8 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
August 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
August 1, 2025 Total Coliform Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
May 1, 2025 Total Coliform Monitoring Unresolved
May 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
February 1, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unresolved
February 1, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Coliform Microbiological 3 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 3 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Lead Inorganic 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
32350 0.0003 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Fumch-madison Youth Ranch (FL2401312) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fumch-madison Youth Ranch water safe to drink?

Fumch-madison Youth Ranch has recorded 1 health-based violation in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Fumch-madison Youth Ranch serve?

Fumch-madison Youth Ranch serves approximately 30 people across 1 ZIP code in Florida.

Where does Fumch-madison Youth Ranch get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Fumch-madison Youth Ranch safe to drink?
Fumch-madison Youth Ranch earns a A safety grade with 16 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Fumch-madison Youth Ranch's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Coliform, Stage 1 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 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 Fumch-madison Youth Ranch serve?
Fumch-madison Youth Ranch serves approximately 30 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Fumch-madison Youth Ranch's water source?
Fumch-madison Youth Ranch draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Fumch-madison Youth Ranch's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0003 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Fumch-madison Youth Ranch's service area?
The Fumch-madison Youth Ranch service area has a median household income of $45,417. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Fumch-madison Youth Ranch get its water?
Fumch-madison Youth Ranch'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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3

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