Water System Report FL

Nhc Utilities

EPA ID: FL5084110 · 401 people served · 10 ZIP codes

In the most recent five-year monitoring window, Nhc Utilities posted zero EPA violations serving 401 residents.

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

B · 73
Avg Safety Score
401
People Served
10
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$248K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Nhc Utilities Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$69,738
Median Household Income
178,894
Service Area Population
50%
Disadvantaged Population
64th
Poverty Percentile
55th
Energy Burden Percentile
33%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Nhc Utilities serves a community with a median household income of $69,738 and an estimated 178,894 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 50% 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.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Nhc Utilities's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
9th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
17th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Levy County, Florida rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

36 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
33 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 52% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 46 detections recorded. 15 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 14 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,390
PFAS Treatment $420
Radon Mitigation $120
Water Filtration $90
Total Estimated Cost $2,020

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

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

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,020 (one-time) vs. $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

Nhc Utilities (EPA ID: FL5084110) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 401 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 10 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (73/100)

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

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Radon Risk in Service Area

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

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 4 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 6 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Nhc Utilities (FL5084110) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nhc Utilities water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Nhc Utilities has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Nhc Utilities serve?

Nhc Utilities serves approximately 401 people across 10 ZIP codes in Florida.

Where does Nhc Utilities get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
594
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: 401
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 Nhc Utilities safe to drink?
Nhc Utilities earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Nhc Utilities meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Nhc Utilities serve?
Nhc Utilities serves approximately 401 people with drinking water across 10 ZIP codes.
What is Nhc Utilities's water source?
Nhc Utilities draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Nhc Utilities's service area?
The Nhc Utilities service area has a median household income of $69,738. EPA EJScreen data classifies 50% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Nhc Utilities get its water?
Nhc Utilities's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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