Water System Report FL

Pluris-south Gate Utilities

EPA ID: FL6588003 ยท 15,897 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Pluris-south Gate Utilities (FL6588003): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Compared to the national average for mid-size utilities, Pluris-south Gate Utilities sits well above the baseline - five years of EPA monitoring show no violations, no MCL exceedances, and no enforcement actions for the full service territory of 15,897 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

15,897
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$364K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Pluris-south Gate Utilities Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$76,710
Median Household Income
100,652
Service Area Population
13%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
68%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Pluris-south Gate Utilities serves a community with a median household income of $76,710 and an estimated 100,652 residents across its service area. Approximately 68% 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

Pluris-south Gate Utilities'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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

49 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
20 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 71% 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. 9 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.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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Bcwws 3a
16,046 people
18 violations
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Sjcu-ponte Vedra Ws
15,565 people
14 violations
C 14 violations
C 7 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,800
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $525
Total Estimated Cost $2,925

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 $2,925 (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

Pluris-south Gate Utilities (EPA ID: FL6588003) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 15,897 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 1 community.

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
0.001 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.

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 Pluris-south Gate Utilities (FL6588003) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pluris-south Gate Utilities water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Pluris-south Gate Utilities 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 Pluris-south Gate Utilities serve?

Pluris-south Gate Utilities serves approximately 15,897 people across 4 ZIP codes in Florida.

Where does Pluris-south Gate Utilities 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
8
Latest sample
8/27/2024
Highest analyte
PFBS: 5.4 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBS 5.4 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFOA 4.2 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFPeA 3.9 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

Should I use a water filter?
Pluris-south Gate Utilities meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Pluris-south Gate Utilities serve?
Pluris-south Gate Utilities serves approximately 15,897 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Pluris-south Gate Utilities's water source?
Pluris-south Gate Utilities draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Pluris-south Gate Utilities's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Pluris-south Gate Utilities's service area?
The Pluris-south Gate Utilities service area has a median household income of $76,710. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Pluris-south Gate Utilities get its water?
Pluris-south Gate Utilities'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.). Pluris-south Gate Utilities, FL: Serves 16K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/fl6588003/
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