Historical Compliance Records FL

City of Temple Terrace Utility

EPA ID: FL6291791 ยท 31,250 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Temple Terrace Utility (FL6291791): PFAS sampling above the current EPA limit (UCMR5). 2 total violations across five years at City of Temple Terrace Utility - every finding closed, utility compliant today, 31,250 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 66
Avg Safety Score
31,250
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
1
Contaminants Flagged
$214K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Temple Terrace Utility Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$49,765
Median Household Income
111,061
Service Area Population
39%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
56%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Temple Terrace Utility serves a community with a median household income of $49,765 and an estimated 111,061 residents across its service area. Approximately 56% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

City of Temple Terrace 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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

46 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
24 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 66% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Temple Terrace Utility compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 24 detections recorded. 6 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 6 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

A 0 violations
Destin Water Users, Inc.
31,752 people
0 violations
A 3 violations
B 8 violations
City of Haines City
30,545 people
C 2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,600
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $2,200

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,200 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

City of Temple Terrace Utility (EPA ID: FL6291791) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 31,250 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 1 community.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (66/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 3 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 2 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 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
December 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
November 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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 City of Temple Terrace Utility (FL6291791) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Temple Terrace Utility water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for City of Temple Terrace Utility; its 2 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does City of Temple Terrace Utility serve?

City of Temple Terrace Utility serves approximately 31,250 people across 3 ZIP codes in Florida.

Where does City of Temple Terrace Utility 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
116
Detections
29
Latest sample
5/21/2025
Highest analyte
PFOS: 19.5 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOS 19.5 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFBS 12.2 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFOA 10 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFHxS 8.8 ppt 10 ppt Below current MCL
PFPeA 8.1 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 5.9 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†’

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from City of Temple Terrace Utility safe to drink?
City of Temple Terrace Utility has a C safety grade based on 2 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in City of Temple Terrace Utility's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule. 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 City of Temple Terrace Utility serve?
City of Temple Terrace Utility serves approximately 31,250 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is City of Temple Terrace Utility's water source?
City of Temple Terrace Utility draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Temple Terrace Utility's service area?
The City of Temple Terrace Utility service area has a median household income of $49,765. EPA EJScreen data classifies 39% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Temple Terrace Utility get its water?
City of Temple Terrace 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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Temple Terrace Utility (FL): 2 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/fl6291791/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

Contact your utility

City of Temple Terrace Utility (EPA ID: FL6291791) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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