Current Health-Based Noncompliance FL 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

South Fork Homeowner Util Corporation

EPA ID: FL4430484 ยท 200 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for South Fork Homeowner Util Corporation (FL4430484): 3 unresolved EPA violations on record. 3 open EPA findings remain on record at South Fork Homeowner Util Corporation - the utility supplies approximately 200 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

200
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
25
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
5
Contaminants Flagged
$365K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for South Fork Homeowner Util Corporation Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$74,927
Median Household Income
66,927
Service Area Population
24%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
51%
Pre-1986 Housing

The South Fork Homeowner Util Corporation serves a community with a median household income of $74,927 and an estimated 66,927 residents across its service area. Approximately 51% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

South Fork Homeowner Util Corporation'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

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

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 60% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How South Fork Homeowner Util Corporation compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 18 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 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 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

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

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

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 8 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 โ†’

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 PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $550
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,900

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.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,665
10 years
$15,330
20 years
$30,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,900 (one-time) vs. $15,330 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

South Fork Homeowner Util Corporation (EPA ID: FL4430484) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 200 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

1 current health-based noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 19 resolved, 3 archived, 0 addressed, and 3 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
September 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Archived
August 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
May 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
March 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 1, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unaddressed (current)
February 1, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
February 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
December 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
November 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
September 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
August 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
June 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
May 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
March 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 18 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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.

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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 South Fork Homeowner Util Corporation (FL4430484) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is South Fork Homeowner Util Corporation water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current health-based noncompliance record for South Fork Homeowner Util Corporation. Review the utility's current notices and EPA record. This system-level compliance history cannot determine conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does South Fork Homeowner Util Corporation serve?

South Fork Homeowner Util Corporation serves approximately 200 people across 2 ZIP codes in Florida.

Where does South Fork Homeowner Util Corporation get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in South Fork Homeowner Util Corporation's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), 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 South Fork Homeowner Util Corporation serve?
South Fork Homeowner Util Corporation serves approximately 200 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is South Fork Homeowner Util Corporation's water source?
South Fork Homeowner Util Corporation draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of South Fork Homeowner Util Corporation's service area?
The South Fork Homeowner Util Corporation service area has a median household income of $74,927. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does South Fork Homeowner Util Corporation get its water?
South Fork Homeowner Util Corporation'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). South Fork Homeowner Util Corporation: 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/fl4430484/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

Contact your utility

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