CITY REPORT GA HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 9

Union City, GA: 9 Health Violations - Home Safety 57/100

1 ZIP code · 4 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Union City: C.

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Union City, GA: a C, mid-scale.

How Union City Compares

Union City57/100
Georgia avg74/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
4
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
C · 57
Avg Safety Score
Zone 1
County Radon Potential (High)
$190K
Median Home Value
$1,100
Est. Remediation (0.6% of home value)

Key Facts for Union City Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 21 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0028 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 34% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $1,100 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 10.59.

Union City's Water Providers

Multiple utilities show up for Union City, GA: 3 are listed here out of 4 tracked federally.

  • Atlanta
    Serves ~1,089,893 people 1 violation
    C
  • Union City
    Serves ~18,636 people 10 violations
    C
  • Fairburn
    Serves ~14,000 people 7 violations
    C

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Union City, Georgia (population ~25,013), covering 4 community water systems serving approximately 1,123,085 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. 9 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Union City: C (57/100)

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

Union City water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0028 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 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 10 1
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 10 1
Consumer Confidence Rule Reporting 8 1
Public Notice Rule Reporting 6 1
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 6 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
30291 C 21 9 Atlanta

All ZIP Codes in Union City

  • 30291 [C] - 21 violations ⚠

Data Sources

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

Union City Community Health Snapshot

9.4%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
10.9%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
15.4%
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 9.4% ↓
Diabetes 10.9% ↑
Mental Health 15.4% ↑

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

What's in Union City's Water?

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 10 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.06 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 10 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.08 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL
Consumer Confidence Rule 8 violations
Reporting

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

Union City Infrastructure Age

2008
Median Build Year
34%
Built Before 1986
10%
Built Before 1970
PEX or Copper
Likely Pipe Material

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

Check your utility's service line inventory as well as your home's build year; in Union City, where the median build year is 2008, both pieces help.

2008
Median Year Built
34%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
10%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (10%) 1970–1986 (24%) Post-1986 (66%)

Most homes in Union City 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.

How Remediation Costs Compare in Union City

This section sets two area figures side by side for Union City: the median home value and an estimated remediation cost. Here the estimate equals no more than 1% of that value, which places the city in the low tier; it is an area estimate, and the cost for any one property can be higher or lower.

Median Home Value
$190,100
Est. Remediation
$1,100
Remediation as % of home value 0.6%

Estimated remediation costs in Union City can be compared with local home values. The $600–$2,300 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 14% below the Georgia average.

Union City: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

34%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0028
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 City: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

2
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$27,919
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
0%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Union City contains 2 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $27,919. 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 $1,100 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.

What You Can Do in Union City

  1. 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.
  2. Install a certified water filter. For Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), listed in the water-quality records for Union City: 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.
  3. Check your home's plumbing. With 34% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Union City, GA

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Union City, GA?
Union City has an average Home Safety Score of 57/100 (Grade C) under ZipCheckup model 4.0.0, an area-level model that draws on EPA water compliance records, PFAS screening, EPA radon zones, and annual EPA air quality data; see the methodology page for how inputs and coverage are handled. 21 violations appear in EPA records for water systems mapped to these ZIP codes. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many violations are on record for water systems serving Union City?
EPA records list 21 EPA violations, including 9 health-based violations for Union City water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Union City water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Union City is 0.0028 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 does Union City compare to Georgia average?
Union City has an average Home Safety Score of 57/100, which is below the Georgia state average of 74/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Union City?
Our records map 4 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Union City. The related population figure in our data is approximately 25,013 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Union City?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Union City: $1,100; modeled range $600 to $2,300. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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