Monitoring Violations FL

Eustis, City of (4 Wtps)

EPA ID: FL3350346 · 39,721 people served · 6 ZIP codes

In the most recent EPA reporting cycle, Eustis, City of (4 Wtps) carried 2 violations still marked as unresolved — each remains active in the federal enforcement ledger while the utility continues operations for its service population of approximately 39,721 people across the area it supplies.

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

A · 89
Avg Safety Score
39,721
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
2
Contaminants Flagged
$253K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2024) to 3 (2025). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Eustis, City of (4 Wtps) Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$69,633
Median Household Income
83,384
Service Area Population
43%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
43%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Eustis, City of (4 Wtps) serves a community with a median household income of $69,633 and an estimated 83,384 residents across its service area. Approximately 43% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 43% 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

Eustis, City of (4 Wtps)'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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Lake 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

36 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
33 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 52% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Eustis, City of (4 Wtps) compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Coliform at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 9 detections recorded. 3 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 3 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.
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Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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B 59 violations
B 29 violations
0 violations
East Side Consolidated
40,251 people
B 2 violations
A 15 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,320
PFAS Treatment $240
Water Filtration $180
Total Estimated Cost $1,740

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 $1,740 (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

Eustis, City of (4 Wtps) (EPA ID: FL3350346) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 39,721 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: A (89/100)

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

Violation History

3 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
August 1, 2025 Total Coliform Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Unresolved

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 2 No
Total Coliform Microbiological 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
32726 0.001 mg/L No N/A
32727 0.001 mg/L No N/A
32736 0.001 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

Coverage: 5 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Eustis, City of (4 Wtps) (FL3350346) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eustis, City of (4 Wtps) water safe to drink?

Eustis, City of (4 Wtps) has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Eustis, City of (4 Wtps) serve?

Eustis, City of (4 Wtps) serves approximately 39,721 people across 6 ZIP codes in Florida.

Where does Eustis, City of (4 Wtps) get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
232
Detections
18
Latest sample
7/5/2023
Highest analyte
PFBS: 12 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBS 12 ppt
PFOS 9.8 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFOA 4.9 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFHxS 4.1 ppt 10 ppt Below current MCL

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) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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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
11,723
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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 39,721
Reported to Florida

Source: FDEP PWS Lead Service Line Inventories (LSLI) · Submitted 2025

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 Eustis, City of (4 Wtps) safe to drink?
Eustis, City of (4 Wtps) earns a A safety grade with 3 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Eustis, City of (4 Wtps)'s water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Total Coliform. 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 Eustis, City of (4 Wtps) serve?
Eustis, City of (4 Wtps) serves approximately 39,721 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is Eustis, City of (4 Wtps)'s water source?
Eustis, City of (4 Wtps) draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Eustis, City of (4 Wtps)'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Eustis, City of (4 Wtps)'s service area?
The Eustis, City of (4 Wtps) service area has a median household income of $69,633. EPA EJScreen data classifies 43% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Eustis, City of (4 Wtps) get its water?
Eustis, City of (4 Wtps)'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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2

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3

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