Water System Report FL

Serenity Oak

EPA ID: FL3421574 · 110 people served · 1 ZIP code

Water monitoring history at Serenity Oak shows a clean slate — EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 110 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

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

110
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$308K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Serenity Oak Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$102,335
Median Household Income
17,436
Service Area Population
27%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
24%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Serenity Oak serves a community with a median household income of $102,335 and an estimated 17,436 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Serenity Oak'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Alachua 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

20 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
45 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 31% 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. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 1 exceeds 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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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,200

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 $2,200 (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

Serenity Oak (EPA ID: FL3421574) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 110 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 32669 in Newberry.

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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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 Serenity Oak (FL3421574) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Serenity Oak water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Serenity Oak serve?

Serenity Oak serves approximately 110 people across 1 ZIP code in Florida.

Where does Serenity Oak 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
105
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 2024-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 110
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?
Serenity Oak meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Serenity Oak serve?
Serenity Oak serves approximately 110 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Serenity Oak's water source?
Serenity Oak draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Serenity Oak's service area?
The Serenity Oak service area has a median household income of $102,335. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Serenity Oak get its water?
Serenity Oak'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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