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Union Springs, AL - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
1
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
Zone 2
County Radon Potential (Moderate)
$70K
Median Home Value
$500
Est. Remediation (0.7% of home value)

Key Facts for Union Springs Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 2 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0009 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 50% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $500 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 19.86.

Union Springs's Water Providers

Union Springs, AL: one listed entry, 1 linked overall.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Union Springs, Alabama, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 7,401 people. 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

Union Springs water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0009 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 2.

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
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate Organic 2 1
E. coli Microbiological 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
36089 — 2 0 Union Springs (utlty Bd of the City of)

All ZIP Codes in Union Springs

  • 36089 - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems

Data Sources

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

Union Springs Community Health Snapshot

11.5%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
24.6%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
20.1%
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 11.5% ↑
Diabetes 24.6% ↑
Mental Health 20.1% ↑

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

What's in Union Springs's Water?

Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate 2 violations
Organic · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.006 mg/L
E. coli 2 violations
Microbiological
Gastrointestinal illness, potentially fatal

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

Union Springs Infrastructure Age

1983
Median Build Year
50%
Built Before 1986
21%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 50% 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 Union Springs's housing; median build year 1983.

1983
Median Year Built
50%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
21%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (21%) 1970–1986 (29%) Post-1986 (50%)

Over half of homes in Union Springs 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 Union Springs

Compared with typical property prices, the remediation estimate for Union Springs is small in percentage terms - at or under one percent.

Median Home Value
$69,900
Est. Remediation
$500
Remediation as % of home value 0.7%

Estimated remediation costs in Union Springs can be compared with local home values. The $300–$800 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 58% below the Alabama average.

Union Springs: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

50%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0009
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.

Union Springs: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

3
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$20,705
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
0%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Union Springs contains 3 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $20,705. 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 $500 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 Union Springs, AL

Frequently Asked Questions

How many violations are on record for water systems serving Union Springs?
EPA records list 2 EPA violations for Union Springs water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Union Springs water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Union Springs is 0.0009 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 many water systems serve Union Springs?
Our records map 1 water system to 1 ZIP code in Union Springs. The related population figure in our data is approximately 7,401 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Union Springs?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Union Springs: $500; modeled range $300 to $800. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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