Historical Compliance Records FL

Bonita Springs Utilities

EPA ID: FL5360025 ยท 76,033 people served ยท 6 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Bonita Springs Utilities (FL5360025): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. In the five-year tracking period, Bonita Springs Utilities filed 1 violation - each has been cleared, and the utility now meets all federal standards for its 76,033 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

A ยท 92
Avg Safety Score
76,033
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0021 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
1
Contaminants Flagged
$502K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Bonita Springs Utilities Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$97,770
Median Household Income
163,530
Service Area Population
28%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
35th
Energy Burden Percentile
24%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Bonita Springs Utilities serves a community with a median household income of $97,770 and an estimated 163,530 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Bonita Springs Utilities'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
15th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

27 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
41 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 40% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Bonita Springs Utilities compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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. 14 detections recorded. 4 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 4 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†’

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B 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $2,167
PFAS Treatment $200
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $2,467

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 $2,467 (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

Bonita Springs Utilities (EPA ID: FL5360025) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 76,033 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: A (92/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 2 of 6 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 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 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
July 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report 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
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
0.0021 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

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 Bonita Springs Utilities (FL5360025) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bonita Springs Utilities water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Bonita Springs Utilities; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Bonita Springs Utilities serve?

Bonita Springs Utilities serves approximately 76,033 people across 6 ZIP codes in Florida.

Where does Bonita Springs Utilities get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
58

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†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Bonita Springs Utilities safe to drink?
Bonita Springs Utilities earns a A safety grade with 1 violation in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Bonita Springs Utilities's water?
Detected contaminants include 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 1 contaminant 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 Bonita Springs Utilities serve?
Bonita Springs Utilities serves approximately 76,033 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is Bonita Springs Utilities's water source?
Bonita Springs Utilities draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Bonita Springs Utilities's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0021 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Bonita Springs Utilities's service area?
The Bonita Springs Utilities service area has a median household income of $97,770. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Bonita Springs Utilities get its water?
Bonita Springs Utilities'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.). Bonita Springs Utilities (FL): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/fl5360025/
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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

Bonita Springs Utilities (EPA ID: FL5360025) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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