Jasper, AL: 8 Health Violations — 81/100 (2026)
4 ZIP codes · 9 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
EPA compliance records for Jasper tell a largely clear story: violation rates are low, health-based exceedances are uncommon, and the city's grade puts it well above average within AL.
How Jasper Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Jasper Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 40 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.005 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 54% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $2,050 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 15.45 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Jasper
Residential water service in Jasper, AL is divided among 3 separate utilities, drawn from 9 systems on file with federal regulators.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 4 ZIP codes in Jasper, Alabama (population ~33,138), covering 9 community water systems serving approximately 126,135 people region-wide.
4 of 4 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 8 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Jasper: B (81/100)
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
Jasper water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0050 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)
- 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 | 20 | 4 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 10 | 4 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 10 | 4 |
| Chlorite | Disinfection Byproducts | 5 | 4 |
| Total Coliform | Microbiological | 5 | 4 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35501 | B | 10 | 2 | Jasper Water Works and Sewer Board |
| 35502 | B | 10 | 2 | Jasper Water Works and Sewer Board |
| 35503 | B | 10 | 2 | Jasper Water Works and Sewer Board |
| 35504 | B | 10 | 2 | Jasper Water Works and Sewer Board |
All ZIP Codes in Jasper
- 35501 [B] — 10 violations ⚠
- 35502 [B] — 10 violations ⚠
- 35503 [B] — 10 violations ⚠
- 35504 [B] — 10 violations ⚠
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.
Health Outcomes in Jasper
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
Top Contaminants in Jasper Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Housing & Infrastructure in Jasper
With 54% 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
Federal plumbing rules changed in two stages — lead pipes were phased out before 1970, and lead solder was banned in 1986 — but in Jasper, where the median build year is 1979, most of the housing was already in place before those rules took effect. The materials installed under older standards remain embedded in a substantial portion of the residential inventory today.
Over half of homes in Jasper 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.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Jasper Homeowners
For most Jasper homeowners, estimated remediation represents a moderate equity share — manageable with planning.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Jasper. The estimated $1,050–$3,375 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 3% below the Alabama average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Jasper
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.
Although utility-side compliance with federal Lead and Copper requirements remains the system reference, that compliance does not extend down into interior plumbing. With 54% of Jasper stock built before the solder ban and aggregate readings at or beyond the action mark, a household-level sample becomes the practical way to close that information gap.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Flood & Climate Risk in Jasper
Jasper's flood exposure sits in the moderate range: 22 NFIP claims on record and 100% of ZIP codes within FEMA-designated flood zones. Residents with private wells or older infrastructure have reasonable grounds to factor flood timing into their water quality awareness.
Jasper has a moderate flood history with 22 FEMA claims averaging $9,150 per payout. 100% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
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. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$2,050</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
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