Health Violations Found FL 2 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Big Cypress Park Headquarters

EPA ID: FL5110087 · 50 people served · 1 ZIP code

Within the EPA compliance database, Big Cypress Park Headquarters shows 3 violations still pending resolution — a status that applies across the full service territory of approximately 50 people and reflects findings that have not yet cleared the federal enforcement process or received formal closure.

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

C · 69
Avg Safety Score
50
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
6
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0146 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
4
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Demographics

$103,233
Median Household Income
177
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
50%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Big Cypress Park Headquarters serves a community with a median household income of $103,233 and an estimated 177 residents across its service area. Approximately 50% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Big Cypress Park Headquarters'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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Collier 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

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 59% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Big Cypress Park Headquarters compares to EPA limits

Lead 1 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 3 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

Lead at 1 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,500

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 $1,500 (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

Big Cypress Park Headquarters (EPA ID: FL5110087) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 50 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 34141 in Ochopee.

Average Home Safety Score: C (69/100)

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

Violation History

2 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 3 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2024 Lead Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 3 Yes
Lead Inorganic 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Health Risk Details

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)

Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter →

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
34141 0.0146 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

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

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Big Cypress Park Headquarters (FL5110087) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Big Cypress Park Headquarters water safe to drink?

Big Cypress Park Headquarters has recorded 2 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Big Cypress Park Headquarters serve?

Big Cypress Park Headquarters serves approximately 50 people across 1 ZIP code in Florida.

Where does Big Cypress Park Headquarters get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

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
16
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 2025-07-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 50
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 Big Cypress Park Headquarters safe to drink?
Big Cypress Park Headquarters has a C safety grade based on 6 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Big Cypress Park Headquarters's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Stage 1 DBP Rule, 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 4 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 Big Cypress Park Headquarters serve?
Big Cypress Park Headquarters serves approximately 50 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Big Cypress Park Headquarters's water source?
Big Cypress Park Headquarters draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Big Cypress Park Headquarters's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0146 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Big Cypress Park Headquarters's service area?
The Big Cypress Park Headquarters service area has a median household income of $103,233. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Big Cypress Park Headquarters get its water?
Big Cypress Park Headquarters'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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