Historical Compliance Records FL

Pierson, Town of

EPA ID: FL3641324 ยท 2,657 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Pierson, Town of (FL3641324): 5 EPA violations in the last five years. Although 5 violations appeared on Pierson, Town of's record, all have been remedied - currently compliant, 2,657 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,657
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
5
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0078 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
3
Contaminants Flagged
$224K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Pierson, Town of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$63,186
Median Household Income
14,382
Service Area Population
36%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
57%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Pierson, Town of serves a community with a median household income of $63,186 and an estimated 14,382 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 36% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Pierson, Town of'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
22th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

45 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
25 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 64% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Pierson, Town of compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Florida

5 violations
Lake Placid, Town of
2,675 people
B 11 violations
0 violations
City of Lake Helen
2,704 people
5 violations
City of Eagle Lake
2,600 people
10 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,500
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,650

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,650 (one-time) vs. $10,000 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

Pierson, Town of (EPA ID: FL3641324) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 2,657 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 5 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 3 resolved, 2 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
August 10, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
September 1, 2022 Total Coliform Non-health-based Archived
September 1, 2022 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Archived

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Total Coliform Microbiological 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0078 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Pierson, Town of (FL3641324) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pierson, Town of water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Pierson, Town of; its 5 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Pierson, Town of serve?

Pierson, Town of serves approximately 2,657 people across 4 ZIP codes in Florida.

Where does Pierson, Town of get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Pierson, Town of's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule, Total Coliform, Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 3 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 Pierson, Town of serve?
Pierson, Town of serves approximately 2,657 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Pierson, Town of's water source?
Pierson, Town of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Pierson, Town of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0078 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Pierson, Town of's service area?
The Pierson, Town of service area has a median household income of $63,186. EPA EJScreen data classifies 36% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Pierson, Town of get its water?
Pierson, Town of'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.

How to cite this page

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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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Pierson, Town of (EPA ID: FL3641324) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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