Health Violations Found FL 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Lakeport Water Association

EPA ID: FL5220166 · 1,663 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Lakeport Water Association shows 4 open EPA violations in current federal records for approximately 1,663 people.

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

A · 86
Avg Safety Score
1,663
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
36
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0031 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
8
Contaminants Flagged
$134K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2023) to 1 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Lakeport Water Association Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$43,648
Median Household Income
30,673
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
75th
Poverty Percentile
75th
Energy Burden Percentile
46%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lakeport Water Association serves a community with a median household income of $43,648 and an estimated 30,673 residents across its service area. Approximately 46% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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?

Groundwater

Lakeport Water Association'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
15th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Glades 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

45 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 Lakeport Water Association 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
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 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.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

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 Coliform at 14 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 14 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. 15 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 →

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 PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $550
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,050

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 $2,050 (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

Lakeport Water Association (EPA ID: FL5220166) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 1,663 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: A (86/100)

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

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 4 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
February 1, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unresolved
February 1, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
February 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
February 1, 2025 Total Coliform Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Monitoring Unresolved
November 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
November 1, 2024 Total Coliform Monitoring Resolved
September 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
September 1, 2024 Total Coliform Monitoring Resolved
August 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
August 1, 2024 Total Coliform Monitoring Resolved
May 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
May 1, 2024 Total Coliform Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Resolved
February 1, 2024 Total Coliform Monitoring Resolved
February 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2024 Total Coliform Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
December 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Coliform Microbiological 14 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 14 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Lead Inorganic 1 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
33471 0.0031 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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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 Lakeport Water Association (FL5220166) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lakeport Water Association water safe to drink?

Lakeport Water Association has recorded 1 health-based violation 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 Lakeport Water Association serve?

Lakeport Water Association serves approximately 1,663 people across 2 ZIP codes in Florida.

Where does Lakeport Water Association 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
650
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: 1,663
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 Lakeport Water Association safe to drink?
Lakeport Water Association earns a A safety grade with 36 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Lakeport Water Association's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead, Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Coliform. 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 Lakeport Water Association serve?
Lakeport Water Association serves approximately 1,663 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Lakeport Water Association's water source?
Lakeport Water Association draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Lakeport Water Association's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0031 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Lakeport Water Association's service area?
The Lakeport Water Association service area has a median household income of $43,648. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Lakeport Water Association get its water?
Lakeport Water Association'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

Contact your utility

Lakeport Water Association (EPA ID: FL5220166) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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