Water System Report FL

Reception and Medical Center

EPA ID: FL2634222 · 3,000 people served · 22 ZIP codes

Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Reception and Medical Center — a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 3,000 residents.

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

C · 63
Avg Safety Score
3,000
People Served
22
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$208K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Reception and Medical Center Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$67,044
Median Household Income
307,958
Service Area Population
29%
Disadvantaged Population
44th
Poverty Percentile
44th
Energy Burden Percentile
44%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Reception and Medical Center serves a community with a median household income of $67,044 and an estimated 307,958 residents across its service area. Approximately 44% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Reception and Medical Center'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
1th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
31th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Union County, Florida rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 62% 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. 51 detections recorded. 17 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 17 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $900
Water Filtration $545
PFAS Treatment $464
Radon Mitigation $36
Total Estimated Cost $1,945

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 $1,945 (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

Reception and Medical Center (EPA ID: FL2634222) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 3,000 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 22 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (63/100)

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

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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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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 Reception and Medical Center (FL2634222) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reception and Medical Center water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Reception and Medical Center has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Reception and Medical Center serve?

Reception and Medical Center serves approximately 3,000 people across 22 ZIP codes in Florida.

Where does Reception and Medical Center 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
34
Unknown Material
51
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: 3,000
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

Is water from Reception and Medical Center safe to drink?
Reception and Medical Center has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Reception and Medical Center meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Reception and Medical Center serve?
Reception and Medical Center serves approximately 3,000 people with drinking water across 22 ZIP codes.
What is Reception and Medical Center's water source?
Reception and Medical Center draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Reception and Medical Center's service area?
The Reception and Medical Center service area has a median household income of $67,044. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Reception and Medical Center get its water?
Reception and Medical Center'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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3

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