Water System Report FL

Wesleyan Village

EPA ID: FL6271942 · 488 people served · 7 ZIP codes

Throughout five consecutive years of federal water monitoring, Wesleyan Village recorded zero violations — solid performance for a utility serving 488 people.

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

488
People Served
7
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$241K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Demographics

$72,054
Median Household Income
75,844
Service Area Population
48%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
34%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Wesleyan Village serves a community with a median household income of $72,054 and an estimated 75,844 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 48% 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

Wesleyan Village'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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Hernando 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

35 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
32 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 52% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 28 detections recorded. 10 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 10 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,600
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,100 (one-time) vs. $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

Wesleyan Village (EPA ID: FL6271942) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 488 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 7 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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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 Wesleyan Village (FL6271942) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wesleyan Village water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Wesleyan Village has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Wesleyan Village serve?

Wesleyan Village serves approximately 488 people across 7 ZIP codes in Florida.

Where does Wesleyan Village get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Wesleyan Village meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Wesleyan Village serve?
Wesleyan Village serves approximately 488 people with drinking water across 7 ZIP codes.
What is Wesleyan Village's water source?
Wesleyan Village draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Wesleyan Village's service area?
The Wesleyan Village service area has a median household income of $72,054. EPA EJScreen data classifies 48% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Wesleyan Village get its water?
Wesleyan Village'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.
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