Water System Report FL

Saffold Farms #1

EPA ID: FL6291575 · 29 people served · 1 ZIP code

EPA monitoring data for Saffold Farms #1 shows an unblemished five-year compliance history — no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 29 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.

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

29
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$353K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Saffold Farms #1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$91,649
Median Household Income
29,119
Service Area Population
39%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
15%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Saffold Farms #1 serves a community with a median household income of $91,649 and an estimated 29,119 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 39% 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

Saffold Farms #1'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Hillsborough County, Florida rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

8 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
57 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 12% 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. 6 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 1 exceeds 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.
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,800
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,800

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 $2,800 (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

Saffold Farms #1 (EPA ID: FL6291575) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 29 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 33598 in Wimauma.

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

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 Saffold Farms #1 (FL6291575) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saffold Farms #1 water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Saffold Farms #1 has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Saffold Farms #1 serve?

Saffold Farms #1 serves approximately 29 people across 1 ZIP code in Florida.

Where does Saffold Farms #1 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Saffold Farms #1 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Saffold Farms #1 serve?
Saffold Farms #1 serves approximately 29 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Saffold Farms #1's water source?
Saffold Farms #1 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Saffold Farms #1's service area?
The Saffold Farms #1 service area has a median household income of $91,649. EPA EJScreen data classifies 39% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Saffold Farms #1 get its water?
Saffold Farms #1'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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