Sylvania, AL: 31 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable
1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated
Data: EPA SDWIS
Key Facts for Sylvania Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 31 violations since 2021.
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0013 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 56% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $600 per household.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 15.92.
Sylvania's Water Providers
Because each listed system has its own federal record, violations at one of the 2 shown below do not apply to the others among the 2 tied to Sylvania, AL.
Overview
We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Sylvania, Alabama (population ~2,376), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 82,329 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. The available record reports no health-based violations for this measured scope.
Water Sources
Sylvania water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0013 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total organic carbon | Disinfection Byproducts | 6 | 1 |
| Arsenic | Inorganic | 4 | 1 |
| Barium | Inorganic | 4 | 1 |
| Cadmium | Inorganic | 4 | 1 |
| Chromium | Inorganic | 4 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35988 | — | 31 | 0 | Section & Dutton, Water Works Bd. of |
All ZIP Codes in Sylvania
- 35988 - 31 violations recorded for mapped water systems
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.
Sylvania Community Health Snapshot
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
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
What's in Sylvania's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Sylvania Infrastructure Age
With 56% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Pre-1986 homes make up a large part of Sylvania's housing; median build year 1989.
Over half of homes in Sylvania were built before 1986, when federal law began restricting lead solder in drinking-water plumbing. 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 Sylvania
In Sylvania, estimated remediation comes to 1% or less of the median home value.
Estimated remediation costs in Sylvania can be compared with local home values. The $400–$800 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 22% below the Alabama average.
Sylvania: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
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.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Sylvania, AL