Current Health-Based Noncompliance FL 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Pine Grove Village

EPA ID: FL4501104 ยท 175 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Pine Grove Village (FL4501104): 2 unresolved EPA violations on record. In the most recent EPA reporting cycle, Pine Grove Village carried 2 violations still marked as unresolved - each remains active in the federal enforcement ledger while the utility continues operations for its service population of approximately 175 people across the area it supplies.

Data: EPA SDWIS

175
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
11
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0002 mg/L
Max Lead Level
6
Contaminants Flagged
$327K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Pine Grove Village Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$76,011
Median Household Income
47,495
Service Area Population
33%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
45%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Pine Grove Village serves a community with a median household income of $76,011 and an estimated 47,495 residents across its service area. Approximately 45% 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

Pine Grove Village'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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

44 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 63% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Pine Grove Village 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

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.

Total Coliform at 4 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

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

Consumer Confidence Report 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. 9 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.

Find a certified water filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Florida

5 violations
Bayside Estates Wtp
180 people
3 violations
Chapman's M.h.p.
180 people
15 violations
Dogwood Acres
181 people
2 violations
0 violations

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 $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,165
10 years
$10,330
20 years
$20,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,100 (one-time) vs. $10,330 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

Pine Grove Village (EPA ID: FL4501104) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 175 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 33436 in Boynton Beach.

Violation History

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

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 9 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 2 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
April 1, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
April 1, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
March 1, 2024 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
March 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 1, 2024 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
February 1, 2024 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
December 1, 2023 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
December 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Surface Water Treatment 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
Total Coliform Microbiological 4 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0002 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.

Need help with your water quality?

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

Find the Right Water Filter

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 Pine Grove Village (FL4501104) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pine Grove Village water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current health-based noncompliance record for Pine Grove Village. 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 Pine Grove Village serve?

Pine Grove Village serves approximately 175 people across 1 ZIP code in Florida.

Where does Pine Grove Village get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Pine Grove Village's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Total Coliform, Stage 2 DBP 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 Pine Grove Village serve?
Pine Grove Village serves approximately 175 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Pine Grove Village's water source?
Pine Grove Village draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Pine Grove Village's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0002 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Pine Grove Village's service area?
The Pine Grove Village service area has a median household income of $76,011. EPA EJScreen data classifies 33% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Pine Grove Village get its water?
Pine Grove Village'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.). Pine Grove Village (FL): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/fl4501104/
BibTeX
@misc{zipcheckup-water-system-fl4501104,
  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Pine Grove Village (FL): 1 Health Violation}},
  year   = {n.d.},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/fl4501104/}
}

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Pine Grove Village (EPA ID: FL4501104) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

Home Water Systems Florida Pine Grove Village

Get safety alerts for Pine Grove Village, Florida

Free updates when EPA data changes for this area. No spam.

Unsubscribe anytime. Privacy Policy.

Share This Page

X Facebook
Violations found - check filter options Free tool - no phone call required.