Water System Report FL

Fgua / Macdill

EPA ID: FL6296193 ยท 11,965 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Fgua / Macdill (FL6296193): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring records confirm Fgua / Macdill has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window - covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 11,965 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 67
Avg Safety Score
11,965
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0027 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Fgua / Macdill Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$117,880
Median Household Income
2,308
Service Area Population
39%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
40%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Fgua / Macdill serves a community with a median household income of $117,880 and an estimated 2,308 residents across its service area. Approximately 40% 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Fgua / Macdill's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

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.

Infrastructure Risk

45 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
25 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 64% 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. 8 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 2 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.
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Comparable Water Systems

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City of Freeport
12,020 people
0 violations
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Port Labelle
11,782 people
10 violations
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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 $1,800 (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

Fgua / Macdill (EPA ID: FL6296193) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 11,965 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 33621 in Tampa.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (67/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 1 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 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
0.0027 mg/L No N/A

The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.

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.

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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 Fgua / Macdill (FL6296193) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fgua / Macdill water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Fgua / Macdill 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 Fgua / Macdill serve?

Fgua / Macdill serves approximately 11,965 people across 1 ZIP code in Florida.

Where does Fgua / Macdill get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
116
Detections
22
Latest sample
12/12/2023
Highest analyte
PFBA: 6.5 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBA 6.5 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFPeA 6 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFBS 5.9 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFOS 5.7 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFHxA 5.4 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxS 3.7 ppt 10 ppt Below current MCL

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†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Fgua / Macdill safe to drink?
Fgua / Macdill has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Fgua / Macdill meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Fgua / Macdill serve?
Fgua / Macdill serves approximately 11,965 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Fgua / Macdill's water source?
Fgua / Macdill draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Fgua / Macdill's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0027 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Fgua / Macdill's service area?
The Fgua / Macdill service area has a median household income of $117,880. EPA EJScreen data classifies 39% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Fgua / Macdill get its water?
Fgua / Macdill's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Fgua / Macdill, FL: Serves 12K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/fl6296193/
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  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Fgua / Macdill, FL: Serves 12K People}},
  year   = {n.d.},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/fl6296193/}
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