Charlie Creek-the Village of
EPA ID: FL6250278 · 142 people served · 1 ZIP code
Charlie Creek-the Village of's five-year compliance history is clean by every EPA metric — no health-based violations, no monitoring lapses, no enforcement actions on record, reflecting consistent performance for a utility that supplies water to approximately 142 residents year after year.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Charlie Creek-the Village of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Charlie Creek-the Village of serves a community with a median household income of $51,311 and an estimated 14,162 residents across its service area. Approximately 55% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 83% 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?
Charlie Creek-the Village of'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.
About 0% of homes in Hardee County, Florida rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.
Infrastructure Risk
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Estimated Remediation Costs
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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.
System Overview
Charlie Creek-the Village of (EPA ID: FL6250278) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 142 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 33873 in Wauchula.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
- 33873 — Wauchula
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Charlie Creek-the Village of (FL6250278) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Charlie Creek-the Village of water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Charlie Creek-the Village of has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Charlie Creek-the Village of serve?
Charlie Creek-the Village of serves approximately 142 people across 1 ZIP code in Florida.
Where does Charlie Creek-the Village of get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.