Water System Report FL

Sharpes Ferry Manufactured Home Cmnty

EPA ID: FL3421159 · 207 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Five years of EPA monitoring have produced no violations for Sharpes Ferry Manufactured Home Cmnty — the supplier serving 207 residents has kept every contaminant level within federal limits, a result that places it among the top-performing utilities for systems with a service population of comparable size.

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

207
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$119K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Sharpes Ferry Manufactured Home Cmnty Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$46,727
Median Household Income
20,576
Service Area Population
62%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
52%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Sharpes Ferry Manufactured Home Cmnty serves a community with a median household income of $46,727 and an estimated 20,576 residents across its service area. Approximately 52% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 62% 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

Sharpes Ferry Manufactured Home Cmnty'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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Marion 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

43 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
25 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 63% 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. 9 detections recorded. 3 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 2 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 Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,000
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $200
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

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 $1,600 (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

Sharpes Ferry Manufactured Home Cmnty (EPA ID: FL3421159) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 207 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

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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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 2 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 Sharpes Ferry Manufactured Home Cmnty (FL3421159) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sharpes Ferry Manufactured Home Cmnty water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Sharpes Ferry Manufactured Home Cmnty has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Sharpes Ferry Manufactured Home Cmnty serve?

Sharpes Ferry Manufactured Home Cmnty serves approximately 207 people across 3 ZIP codes in Florida.

Where does Sharpes Ferry Manufactured Home Cmnty get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Sharpes Ferry Manufactured Home Cmnty meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Sharpes Ferry Manufactured Home Cmnty serve?
Sharpes Ferry Manufactured Home Cmnty serves approximately 207 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Sharpes Ferry Manufactured Home Cmnty's water source?
Sharpes Ferry Manufactured Home Cmnty draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Sharpes Ferry Manufactured Home Cmnty's service area?
The Sharpes Ferry Manufactured Home Cmnty service area has a median household income of $46,727. EPA EJScreen data classifies 62% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Sharpes Ferry Manufactured Home Cmnty get its water?
Sharpes Ferry Manufactured Home Cmnty'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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