Current Noncompliance FL

City of Eagle Lake

EPA ID: FL6530492 ยท 2,600 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Eagle Lake (FL6530492): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Pulled from the federal compliance ledger, 1 violation at City of Eagle Lake remain without resolution - the utility delivers drinking water to roughly 2,600 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,600
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
10
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0027 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
3
Contaminants Flagged
$235K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Eagle Lake Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$70,516
Median Household Income
83,128
Service Area Population
55%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
52%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Eagle Lake serves a community with a median household income of $70,516 and an estimated 83,128 residents across its service area. Approximately 52% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 55% 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 Eagle Lake'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 59% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Eagle Lake compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Total Coliform at 5 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 1 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. 8 detections recorded. 4 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 4 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†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $400
Water Filtration $200
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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

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

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,200 (one-time) vs. $10,330 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 Eagle Lake, (EPA ID: FL6530492) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 2,600 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

1 current noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 9 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 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, 2025 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
June 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
June 1, 2023 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
May 1, 2023 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
May 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Coliform Microbiological 5 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 4 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

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

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.

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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 Eagle Lake (FL6530492) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Eagle Lake water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does City of Eagle Lake serve?

City of Eagle Lake serves approximately 2,600 people across 3 ZIP codes in Florida.

Where does City of Eagle Lake get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in City of Eagle Lake's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Coliform, Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Stage 1 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 3 contaminants 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 Eagle Lake serve?
City of Eagle Lake serves approximately 2,600 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is City of Eagle Lake's water source?
City of Eagle Lake draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Eagle Lake'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 City of Eagle Lake's service area?
The City of Eagle Lake service area has a median household income of $70,516. EPA EJScreen data classifies 55% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Eagle Lake get its water?
City of Eagle Lake'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Eagle Lake (FL): 10 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/fl6530492/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

City of Eagle Lake (EPA ID: FL6530492) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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