Water System Report FL

Pleasant Hill Lakes S/d

EPA ID: FL3494287 · 2,957 people served · 9 ZIP codes

Unlike many utilities its size, Pleasant Hill Lakes S/d carries a violation-free five-year record — no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 2,957 people.

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

2,957
People Served
9
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$280K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Pleasant Hill Lakes S/d Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$67,128
Median Household Income
332,346
Service Area Population
60%
Disadvantaged Population
69th
Poverty Percentile
69th
Energy Burden Percentile
18%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Pleasant Hill Lakes S/d serves a community with a median household income of $67,128 and an estimated 332,346 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 60% 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

Pleasant Hill Lakes S/d'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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
32th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Osceola 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

29 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
37 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 44% 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. 2 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 →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Florida

City of Chattahoochee
2,959 people
B 11 violations
C 19 violations
City of Bowling Green
2,940 people
B 18 violations
Everglades City
2,978 people
B 2 violations
B 6 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,457
PFAS Treatment $171
Total Estimated Cost $1,629

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 $1,629 (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

Pleasant Hill Lakes S/d (EPA ID: FL3494287) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 2,957 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 9 ZIP codes across 1 community.

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 7 additional ZIPs 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 Pleasant Hill Lakes S/d (FL3494287) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pleasant Hill Lakes S/d water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Pleasant Hill Lakes S/d has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Pleasant Hill Lakes S/d serve?

Pleasant Hill Lakes S/d serves approximately 2,957 people across 9 ZIP codes in Florida.

Where does Pleasant Hill Lakes S/d get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Pleasant Hill Lakes S/d meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Pleasant Hill Lakes S/d serve?
Pleasant Hill Lakes S/d serves approximately 2,957 people with drinking water across 9 ZIP codes.
What is Pleasant Hill Lakes S/d's water source?
Pleasant Hill Lakes S/d draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Pleasant Hill Lakes S/d's service area?
The Pleasant Hill Lakes S/d service area has a median household income of $67,128. EPA EJScreen data classifies 60% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Pleasant Hill Lakes S/d get its water?
Pleasant Hill Lakes S/d'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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