Historical Compliance Records FL

Palm Springs, Village of

EPA ID: FL4501058 ยท 32,467 people served ยท 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Palm Springs, Village of (FL4501058): PFAS sampling above the current EPA limit (UCMR5). 2 total violations across five years at Palm Springs, Village of - every finding closed, utility compliant today, 32,467 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

B ยท 76
Avg Safety Score
32,467
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0009 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
2
Contaminants Flagged
$327K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Palm Springs, Village of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$61,702
Median Household Income
230,815
Service Area Population
33%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
65%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Palm Springs, Village of serves a community with a median household income of $61,702 and an estimated 230,815 residents across its service area. Approximately 65% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 33% 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

Palm Springs, Village 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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

51 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 74% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Palm Springs, Village of compares to EPA limits

Uranium 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.03 mg/L
Kidney toxicity, increased cancer risk

What This Means For You

Uranium at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.03 mg/L. Kidney toxicity, increased cancer risk. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 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. 45 detections recorded. 13 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 10 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†’

Uranium was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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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 $600
Water Filtration $240
Total Estimated Cost $2,040

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,040 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Palm Springs, Village of (EPA ID: FL4501058) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 32,467 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: B (76/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 5 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 2 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 resolved, 0 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
June 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Uranium Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Uranium Radionuclides 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
0.0009 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 Palm Springs, Village of (FL4501058) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Palm Springs, Village of water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Palm Springs, Village of; its 2 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Palm Springs, Village of serve?

Palm Springs, Village of serves approximately 32,467 people across 5 ZIP codes in Florida.

Where does Palm Springs, Village of get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Above Current MCL

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). One or more PFAS compounds were measured above the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
91
Detections
24
Latest sample
9/5/2024
Highest analyte
PFOS: 39 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOS 39 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFOA 16 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFHxS 11 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFBS 16 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 10 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFPeA 10 ppt โ€” โ€”

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Palm Springs, Village of safe to drink?
Palm Springs, Village of earns a B safety grade with 2 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Palm Springs, Village of's water?
Detected contaminants include Uranium, 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 2 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 Palm Springs, Village of serve?
Palm Springs, Village of serves approximately 32,467 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Palm Springs, Village of's water source?
Palm Springs, Village of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Palm Springs, Village of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0009 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Palm Springs, Village of's service area?
The Palm Springs, Village of service area has a median household income of $61,702. EPA EJScreen data classifies 33% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Palm Springs, Village of get its water?
Palm Springs, Village 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

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Palm Springs, Village of (FL): 2 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/fl4501058/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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