Water Quality in Palatka, FL (32177)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 32177.
Active Health Violations
24 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 98% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
25,645
Population
54
Water Systems
164
Violations (5yr)
24
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (54)
R. C. Willis Wtp (City Of Palatka)
15 health-basedBrowning Pearce Elementary
Georgia Pacific Paper Mill
3 health-basedSt. Johns River Comm. College
Q.I. Roberts Jr.-Sr. High School
All resolvedTrinity Baptist Church
Ochwilla Elementary School
All resolvedSt. John'S Harbor
All resolvedChrist Ind. Methodist Church
Peniel Baptist Church ; Academy
Seminole Electric Cooperative, Inc.
All resolvedPoinsetta Trailer Park
Southside Baptist Church
Faith Baptist Church
Certainteed Gypsum
All resolvedCalvary Baptist Church
All resolvedClock Restaurant
Marc'S Villa
Abundant Life Ministries
All resolvedMckinley'S Bardin Grocery
All resolvedHog Waller Mud Bog
Francis Baptist Church
Ryans Trailer Park
Rivercrest Trailer Park
Bainbridge Mobile Home Park
Offshore Shipbuilding Inc.
Westover Mhp
Economy Inn
Palatka Baptist Temple
Rodeheaver Boys Ranch
All resolvedNicole Drive S/D
Hwy 19 South Water System, Llc.
Oaks Landing
Disabled American Veterans #56
Miller'S Supermarket - Westgat
Chas' Custom Meats
D J'S Deli
Mcdonald Canal Boat Ramp
Hi Level Lounge
Putnam Lanes
Southern Exposure Nightclub
Joe'S General Store
Bud'S Grocery
Crews Fish House
Jiffy #69
Snack Shack
Ferguson Grocery
Lazy C Mhp And Campground
Rodman Water System (Dam ; Campground)
All resolvedSeminole Electric Combined-Cycle (Sccf)
6 health-basedSafeway Discount
All resolvedLucky Way Food Store
Mathews Industrial Park
Big D'S Smokehouse
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Palatka (32177) has more violations than 98% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 164.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.