Health Violations Found FL 11 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Mullett Lake Water Association

EPA ID: FL3590865 · 976 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Pulled from the federal compliance ledger, 13 violations at Mullett Lake Water Association remain without resolution — the utility delivers drinking water to roughly 976 residents.

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

C · 55
Avg Safety Score
976
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
19
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0047 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
7
Contaminants Flagged
$443K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 5 (2021) to 3 (2025). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Mullett Lake Water Association Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$105,692
Median Household Income
68,810
Service Area Population
12%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
30%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mullett Lake Water Association serves a community with a median household income of $105,692 and an estimated 68,810 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Mullett Lake Water Association'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Seminole 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 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

30 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
40 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 43% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Mullett Lake Water Association compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 6 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 6 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $2,150
Water Filtration $450
Total Estimated Cost $2,600

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $22,128

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$18,565
10 years
$37,130
20 years
$74,260

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,600 (one-time) vs. $37,130 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

Mullett Lake Water Association (EPA ID: FL3590865) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 976 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (55/100)

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

Violation History

11 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 13 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
February 1, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unresolved
February 1, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Unresolved
April 1, 2024 Total Coliform Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
July 30, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 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 6 Yes
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 6 Yes
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Total Coliform Microbiological 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Health Risk Details

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) (EPA limit: 0.08 mg/L)

Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns At-risk groups: pregnant women, long-term consumers of chlorinated water, people who frequently shower in chlorinated water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, point-of-entry aeration. Find the right filter →

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)

Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter →

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
32732 0.0047 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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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by FL or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Mullett Lake Water Association (FL3590865) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mullett Lake Water Association water safe to drink?

Mullett Lake Water Association has recorded 11 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Mullett Lake Water Association serve?

Mullett Lake Water Association serves approximately 976 people across 2 ZIP codes in Florida.

Where does Mullett Lake Water Association 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
347
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: 976
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 Mullett Lake Water Association safe to drink?
Mullett Lake Water Association has a C safety grade based on 19 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Mullett Lake Water Association's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Stage 2 DBP Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 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 Mullett Lake Water Association serve?
Mullett Lake Water Association serves approximately 976 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Mullett Lake Water Association's water source?
Mullett Lake Water Association draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Mullett Lake Water Association's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0047 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Mullett Lake Water Association's service area?
The Mullett Lake Water Association service area has a median household income of $105,692. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Mullett Lake Water Association get its water?
Mullett Lake Water Association'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

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

Mullett Lake Water Association (EPA ID: FL3590865) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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