De Armanville, AL: High Radon Risk — 40/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Unlike better-scoring cities in AL, De Armanville records health-based violations across a meaningful portion of its service areas — the overall safety grade is well below average.
How De Armanville Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
De Armanville Water: The Quick Version
- Estimated remediation: $1,800 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.99 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving De Armanville
Federal drinking water records identify 1 system operating in De Armanville, AL. One of those systems serves the overwhelming majority of residential addresses, concentrating infrastructure management, rate authority, and EPA compliance reporting within a single organization.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in De Armanville, Alabama, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 56,646 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in De Armanville — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for De Armanville: D (40/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
De Armanville water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for De Armanville
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36257 | D | ANNISTON ALABAMA, THE WWSB OF THE CITY O | 56,646 |
All ZIP Codes in De Armanville
- 36257 [D]
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
Updated daily.
CDC Health Data for De Armanville
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 You Can Do in De Armanville
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
- Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.
Deep Dive Reports
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