Valhermoso Springs, AL: 4 Violations - Home Safety 64/100
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated
ZipCheckup grade for Valhermoso Springs: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
Valhermoso Springs, AL: a C, mid-scale.
How Valhermoso Springs Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS
Valhermoso Springs Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 4 violations since 2021.
- Homes built before 1986: 38% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $300 per household.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 14.84.
Water Systems Serving Valhermoso Springs
Federal drinking water data connect ZIP codes in Valhermoso Springs, AL to a count of 1 system, and the list on this page shows one of them. A listing reflects that link, not proof of which system serves a given street.
- C
Overview
We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Valhermoso Springs, Alabama (population ~395), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 3,072 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 Valhermoso Springs: C (64/100)
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
Valhermoso Springs water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: reported as 0 mg/L (a reported 0 is not proof of no lead; check the source record for its reporting limit) (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 1.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 2 | 1 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 2 | 1 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 2 | 1 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35775 | C | 4 | 1 | Union Grove Utility Board |
All ZIP Codes in Valhermoso Springs
- 35775 [C] - 4 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
Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.
CDC Health Data for Valhermoso Springs
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
Key Contaminants Detected in Valhermoso Springs
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Valhermoso Springs's Housing Stock?
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 Valhermoso Springs deserve a closer look; the median build year is 1997.
Most homes in Valhermoso Springs 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.
Valhermoso Springs: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Estimated remediation for Valhermoso Springs is a small fraction of median property value - one percent or less - though the ratio does not describe any single household.
Estimated remediation costs in Valhermoso Springs can be compared with local home values. The $150–$600 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 55% below the Alabama average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Valhermoso Springs
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.
What You Can Do in Valhermoso Springs
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages - your tap may differ. Check the certification, price and turnaround time of any water test kit or lab service.
- Install a certified water filter. For Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), listed in the water-quality records for Valhermoso Springs: if it is a rule or reporting requirement rather than a contaminant, ask your utility what the record involved; for bacteria, follow any boil-water notice from your utility; for a specific chemical contaminant, check whether a filter is certified to reduce it. Not every contaminant has a consumer filter certification.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 38% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Valhermoso Springs, AL