Water System Report FL

Windemere Utility

EPA ID: FL6290116 ยท 3,080 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Windemere Utility (FL6290116): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Five years of EPA monitoring have produced no violations for Windemere Utility - the supplier serving 3,080 residents has kept every contaminant level within federal limits, a result that places it among the top-performing utilities for systems with a service population of comparable size.

Data: EPA SDWIS

3,080
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0032 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$342K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Windemere Utility Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$81,665
Median Household Income
37,963
Service Area Population
50%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
38%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Windemere Utility serves a community with a median household income of $81,665 and an estimated 37,963 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 50% 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

Windemere Utility'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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

38 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
33 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 54% 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. 2 detections recorded.

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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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $250
Total Estimated Cost $1,850

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 $1,850 (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

Windemere Utility (EPA ID: FL6290116) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 3,080 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0032 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.

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 Windemere Utility (FL6290116) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Windemere Utility water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Windemere Utility in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Windemere Utility serve?

Windemere Utility serves approximately 3,080 people across 2 ZIP codes in Florida.

Where does Windemere Utility get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Windemere Utility meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Windemere Utility serve?
Windemere Utility serves approximately 3,080 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Windemere Utility's water source?
Windemere Utility draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Windemere Utility's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0032 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Windemere Utility's service area?
The Windemere Utility service area has a median household income of $81,665. EPA EJScreen data classifies 50% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Windemere Utility get its water?
Windemere Utility'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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