Cullman, AL: 20 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable
4 ZIP codes · 7 water systems · Updated
Data: EPA SDWIS
Key Facts for Cullman Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 20 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0029 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 57% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,700 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.45 - above typical levels.
Cullman's Water Providers
3 independent water providers serve Cullman, AL - 7 systems appear in federal records.
Overview
We track home safety data for 4 ZIP codes in Cullman, Alabama (population ~49,748), covering 7 community water systems serving approximately 147,675 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 3 of 4 ZIP codes.
3 of 3 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation appear in the available health breakdown.
Water Sources
Cullman water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0029 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 3 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 4 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 28 | 3 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 26 | 3 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 6 | 3 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35057 | — | 18 | 1 | Cullman County Water Department |
| 35055 | — | 15 | 0 | Cullman County Water Department |
| 35058 | — | 13 | 0 | East Cullman Water System |
All ZIP Codes in Cullman
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.
Cullman Community Health Snapshot
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
What's in Cullman's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Cullman Infrastructure Age
With 57% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Because the majority of Cullman's housing predates 1986, when lead solder was banned from new plumbing, the median build year of 1981 reflects a city where lead-era plumbing materials are common rather than exceptional.
Over half of homes in Cullman were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Cullman
Equity impact data for Cullman lands in the favorable tier - remediation claims a small slice of what properties here are worth.
Remediation costs in Cullman are relatively low compared to home values. The $850–$2,725 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 17% above the Alabama average.
Cullman: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Older stock in Cullman represents 57% of the inventory, and citywide monitoring runs at or above the federal action level - making an in-home read a standard household-level step.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Cullman: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context
Historical NFIP data for Cullman contains 20 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $19,687. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 67% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. The <strong>$1,700</strong> remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.
Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.
Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.
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