Gilroy, CA: 23 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable
2 ZIP codes · 5 water systems · Updated
Data: EPA SDWIS
Gilroy Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 23 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0039 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,600 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 9.01.
Water Systems Serving Gilroy
Residential water service in Gilroy, CA is divided among 3 separate utilities, drawn from 5 systems on file with federal regulators.
Overview
We track home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Gilroy, California, covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 67,945 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 2 ZIP codes.
1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 22 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.
Water Sources
Gilroy water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0039 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
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead | Inorganic | 44 | 1 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95020 | — | 23 | 22 | City of Gilroy |
All ZIP Codes in Gilroy
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 Gilroy
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
Key Contaminants Detected in Gilroy
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Gilroy: Remediation Cost in Perspective
How much of a Gilroy home's value does documented remediation represent? A small fraction - the equity share here is in the low tier, and from a household financial perspective, most property owners are considering a commitment that fits comfortably within standard planning rather than a decision that rises to the level of a material budget event or significant equity consideration.
Remediation costs in Gilroy are relatively low compared to home values. The $750–$2,700 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 36% above the California average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Gilroy
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.
Lead risk in Gilroy appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Historical Flood-Claim Evidence for Gilroy
Historical NFIP data for Gilroy contains 47 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $22,925. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 100% 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 <strong>$1,600</strong> 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.
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