CITY REPORT AL HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 1

Irvington, AL: 1 Health Violation - Home Safety 97/100

1 ZIP code · 4 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Irvington: A.

Checked records flag no major concern; missing data is unknown.

In ZipCheckup's scoring, Irvington, AL lands in the A-B grade tier.

How Irvington Compares

Irvington97/100
Alabama avg72/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
4
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
A · 97
Avg Safety Score
Zone 3
County Radon Potential (Low)
$116K
Median Home Value
$800
Est. Remediation (0.7% of home value)

Irvington Water: The Quick Version

  • Your city's water systems recorded 41 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0016 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 39% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $800 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 14.59.

Water Systems Serving Irvington

Federal records list 4 water systems tied to Irvington, AL. Of those, 3 are the primary providers, meaning service conditions, rate structures, and compliance histories can differ depending on where a property sits.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Irvington, Alabama (population ~10,800), covering 4 community water systems serving approximately 336,957 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

1 of 1 ZIP code 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.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Irvington: A (97/100)

Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:

Factor What It Measures
Water Quality EPA violations and compliance history
PFAS MCL Screen UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs
Radon Risk EPA radon zone classification
Annual AQI EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days

Water Sources

Irvington water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0016 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 3.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 8 1
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 6 1
Ethylene Dibromide Organic 4 1
Endrin Organic 2 1
BHC-gamma (Lindane) Organic 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
36544 A 41 1 St. Elmo-irvington Water Authority

All ZIP Codes in Irvington

  • 36544 [A] - 41 violations ⚠

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

CDC Health Data for Irvington

9.7%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
16.1%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
17.2%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 9.7% ↓
Diabetes 16.1% ↑
Mental Health 17.2% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

Key Contaminants Detected in Irvington

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 8 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.08 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 6 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.06 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL
Ethylene Dibromide 4 violations
Organic

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

How Old Is Irvington's Housing Stock?

1997
Median Build Year
39%
Built Before 1986
16%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

Lead solder was allowed in new plumbing until the 1986 federal restrictions, which is why older homes in Irvington deserve a closer look; the median build year is 1997.

1997
Median Year Built
39%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
16%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (16%) 1970–1986 (23%) Post-1986 (61%)

Most homes in Irvington were built after 1986; lead exposure at a tap still depends on its service line and plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Irvington: Remediation Cost in Perspective

Because the median home value in Irvington is large relative to the estimated cost of remediation, the ratio between them stays at or below 1%; that is a statement about two area-level numbers, not a quote for a particular house or a judgment about what an owner can pay.

Median Home Value
$116,400
Est. Remediation
$800
Remediation as % of home value 0.7%

Estimated remediation costs in Irvington can be compared with local home values. The $450–$1,400 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 29% below the Alabama average.

Protecting Children from Lead in Irvington

39%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0016
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Historical Flood-Claim Evidence for Irvington

37
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$15,072
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
0%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Irvington contains 37 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $15,072. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 0% 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 $800 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.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Irvington, AL

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Irvington, AL?
Irvington has an average Home Safety Score of 97/100 (Grade A) under ZipCheckup model 4.0.0, an area-level model that draws on EPA water compliance records, PFAS screening, EPA radon zones, and annual EPA air quality data; see the methodology page for how inputs and coverage are handled. 41 violations appear in EPA records for water systems mapped to these ZIP codes. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many violations are on record for water systems serving Irvington?
EPA records list 41 EPA violations, including 1 health-based violation for Irvington water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Irvington water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Irvington is 0.0016 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does Irvington compare to Alabama average?
Irvington has an average Home Safety Score of 97/100, which is at or above the Alabama state average of 72/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Irvington?
Our records map 4 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Irvington. The related population figure in our data is approximately 10,800 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Irvington?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Irvington: $800; modeled range $450 to $1,400. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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