Historical Compliance Records FL

Florida Governmental Utility Authority

EPA ID: FL5360172 ยท 32,296 people served ยท 12 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Florida Governmental Utility Authority (FL5360172): PFAS sampling above the current EPA limit (UCMR5). Records for Florida Governmental Utility Authority show 5 violations over the monitored period, with every finding addressed and officially closed - the provider, which serves approximately 32,296 people, carries no outstanding enforcement actions in the current EPA dataset and meets all applicable drinking water requirements.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 67
Avg Safety Score
32,296
People Served
12
ZIP Codes Served
5
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0053 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
1
Contaminants Flagged
$282K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Florida Governmental Utility Authority Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$69,297
Median Household Income
264,598
Service Area Population
38%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
44th
Energy Burden Percentile
29%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Florida Governmental Utility Authority serves a community with a median household income of $69,297 and an estimated 264,598 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 38% 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

Florida Governmental Utility Authority'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
22th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
21th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

29 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
38 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 43% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Florida Governmental Utility Authority compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Total Coliform at 5 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 35 detections recorded. 10 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 8 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†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Florida

Palm Springs, Village of
32,467 people
B 2 violations
3 violations
Bcwws 3b/c
32,650 people
16 violations
B 8 violations
A 3 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,458
PFAS Treatment $250
Water Filtration $125
Radon Mitigation $67
Total Estimated Cost $1,900

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 $1,900 (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

Florida Governmental Utility Authority (EPA ID: FL5360172) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 32,296 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 12 ZIP codes across 6 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (67/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 12 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 5 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 5 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
May 1, 2025 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
August 1, 2024 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
November 1, 2023 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Total Coliform 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 5 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0053 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 Florida Governmental Utility Authority (FL5360172) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Florida Governmental Utility Authority water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Florida Governmental Utility Authority; its 5 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Florida Governmental Utility Authority serve?

Florida Governmental Utility Authority serves approximately 32,296 people across 12 ZIP codes in Florida.

Where does Florida Governmental Utility Authority get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Above Current MCL

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). One or more PFAS compounds were measured above the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
58
Detections
7
Latest sample
9/25/2023
Highest analyte
PFOS: 12.3 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOS 12.3 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFBS 5.5 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxS 4.3 ppt 10 ppt Below current MCL
PFPeA 3 ppt โ€” โ€”

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†’

How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Florida Governmental Utility Authority safe to drink?
Florida Governmental Utility Authority has a C safety grade based on 5 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Florida Governmental Utility Authority's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Coliform. 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 Florida Governmental Utility Authority serve?
Florida Governmental Utility Authority serves approximately 32,296 people with drinking water across 12 ZIP codes.
What is Florida Governmental Utility Authority's water source?
Florida Governmental Utility Authority draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Florida Governmental Utility Authority's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0053 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Florida Governmental Utility Authority's service area?
The Florida Governmental Utility Authority service area has a median household income of $69,297. EPA EJScreen data classifies 38% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Florida Governmental Utility Authority get its water?
Florida Governmental Utility Authority'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.). Florida Governmental Utility Authority: 5 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/fl5360172/
BibTeX
@misc{zipcheckup-water-system-fl5360172,
  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Florida Governmental Utility Authority: 5 EPA Violations}},
  year   = {n.d.},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/fl5360172/}
}

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

Florida Governmental Utility Authority (EPA ID: FL5360172) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

Home Water Systems Florida Florida Governmental Utility Authority

Get safety alerts for Florida Governmental Utility Authority, 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.