Harpersville, AL Water Safety: 83/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-04
Across Harpersville, EPA monitoring data shows low violation rates and healthy safety margins — a pattern that places the city well above AL's average for drinking water compliance across recent reporting cycles.
How Harpersville Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Key Facts for Harpersville Residents
- Average lead level: 0.004 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 43% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,000 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 12.18 — above typical levels.
Harpersville's Water Providers
2 water utilities share the residential service territory in Harpersville, AL — out of 2 total systems in federal records.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Harpersville, Alabama (population ~2,058), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 5,283 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Harpersville — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Harpersville: B (83/100)
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
Harpersville water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0040 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35078 | B | Harpersville Water Board | 2,550 |
All ZIP Codes in Harpersville
- 35078 [B]
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.
Harpersville 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
Harpersville Infrastructure Age
With 43% 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
Reading the housing data for Harpersville, with a median build year of 1981, reveals a community where neither old nor new construction dominates. That balanced profile means lead-solder-era plumbing is present throughout a meaningful portion of the residential inventory — with risk concentrated in properties built before 1986 and most acute in those that predate 1970.
Most homes in Harpersville were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Harpersville
Within the Harpersville market, estimated remediation claims a small portion of typical property equity — the financial burden is proportionally low.
Remediation costs in Harpersville are relatively low compared to home values. The $400–$1,600 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 16% above the Alabama average.
Harpersville: 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.
Reading the local data together points toward a structural gap that matters more here than in low-exposure communities. 43% of Harpersville stock comes from the pre-rule era, and citywide monitoring either approaches or sits beyond the federal benchmark under Lead and Copper Rule sampling. A baseline kit fits the routine-diligence category, with certified filtration available via retailer networks where confirmed faucet results warrant additional measures.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Deep Dive Reports
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