Water System Report FL

Sarasota Company Special Util District

EPA ID: FL6581591 ยท 272,267 people served ยท 23 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Sarasota Company Special Util District (FL6581591): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Water monitoring for Sarasota Company Special Util District: clean, five years, 272,267 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

A ยท 98
Avg Safety Score
272,267
People Served
23
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0005 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$368K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Sarasota Company Special Util District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$80,274
Median Household Income
452,261
Service Area Population
18%
Disadvantaged Population
43th
Poverty Percentile
33th
Energy Burden Percentile
44%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Sarasota Company Special Util District serves a community with a median household income of $80,274 and an estimated 452,261 residents across its service area. Approximately 44% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Sarasota Company Special Util District'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
13th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
22th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

36 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
32 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 53% 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. 64 detections recorded. 11 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 11 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

Lee County Utilities
282,556 people
B 3 violations
3 violations
City of Cocoa
294,039 people
A 2 violations
B 0 violations
City of Hialeah
238,000 people
C 18 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,930
PFAS Treatment $483
Water Filtration $339
Radon Mitigation $17
Total Estimated Cost $2,770

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 $2,770 (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

Sarasota Company Special Util District (EPA ID: FL6581591) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 272,267 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 23 ZIP codes across 9 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: A (98/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 12 of 23 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
0.0005 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 3 (Low Risk)

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 Sarasota Company Special Util District (FL6581591) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sarasota Company Special Util District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Sarasota Company Special Util District 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 Sarasota Company Special Util District serve?

Sarasota Company Special Util District serves approximately 272,267 people across 23 ZIP codes in Florida.

Where does Sarasota Company Special Util District 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
207
Detections
6
Latest sample
8/18/2025
Highest analyte
PFBS: 4.2 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBS 4.2 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFPeA 3.8 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†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Sarasota Company Special Util District safe to drink?
Sarasota Company Special Util District earns a A safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Sarasota Company Special Util District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Sarasota Company Special Util District serve?
Sarasota Company Special Util District serves approximately 272,267 people with drinking water across 23 ZIP codes.
What is Sarasota Company Special Util District's water source?
Sarasota Company Special Util District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Sarasota Company Special Util District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0005 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Sarasota Company Special Util District's service area?
The Sarasota Company Special Util District service area has a median household income of $80,274. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Sarasota Company Special Util District get its water?
Sarasota Company Special Util District'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.). Sarasota Company Special Util District: Serves 272K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/fl6581591/
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