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Lone Tree, IA Water - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 0 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
0
Water Systems
N/A
ZIPs with Violations
Zone 1
Radon Risk (High)
$220K
Median Home Value
$3,000
Est. Remediation (1.4% of home value)

Key Facts for Lone Tree Residents

  • Homes built before 1986: 70% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $3,000 per household.
  • CDC health risk index: 13.94 - above typical levels.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Lone Tree, Iowa, covering 0 community water system serving approximately 2,210 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 0 of 1 ZIP codes.

EPA water-system violation data is unavailable in the dataset used for this page for the tracked ZIP codes in Lone Tree.

Lead & Copper

  • Lead data: not yet available for Lone Tree
  • Lead action-level status: not available

Radon Risk

Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

All ZIP Codes in Lone Tree

Data Sources

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

Lone Tree Community Health Snapshot

9.8%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
12.8%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
15.8%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 9.8% ↓
Diabetes 12.8% ↑
Mental Health 15.8% ↑

Vertical line = national average. Above national · Below national

Lone Tree Infrastructure Age

1979
Median Build Year
70%
Built Before 1986
43%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 70% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

What does a median build year of 1979 mean for water safety in Lone Tree? It means the majority of the city's residential plumbing was installed before 1986, when lead solder was federally banned, and a large share may predate 1970, when lead pipes were commonly used - making plumbing age a central variable in household-level lead risk across much of the city.

1979
Median Year Built
70%
Pre-1986 (Lead Paint Risk)
43%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (43%) 1970–1986 (27%) Post-1986 (30%)

Over half of homes in Lone Tree were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. 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 Lone Tree

Across the Lone Tree housing market, the estimated remediation share lands in a middle tier - not a minor footnote, but not a prohibitive burden either; the cost-to-value ratio reflects a moderate equity commitment, one that sits above routine maintenance territory and warrants a dedicated line in the household budget.

Median Home Value
$219,800
Est. Remediation
$3,000
Remediation as % of home value 1.4%

Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Lone Tree. The estimated $2,000–$4,000 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 34% above the Iowa average.

Lone Tree: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

70%
Homes Built Before 1986

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.

If 70% of the Lone Tree inventory comes from before the federal ban on lead-bearing solder - and if utility samples sit at or near 0.015 mg/L - the gap between citywide averages and one specific faucet becomes a practical concern rather than a theoretical one. That is why one-home reads exist as a separate measurement. A certified filter through retailer networks addresses confirmed exposure where it appears in a household.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Lone Tree: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

4
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$24,858
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Lone Tree contains 4 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $24,858. 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>$3,000</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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to fix water issues in Lone Tree?
Estimated remediation costs in Lone Tree average $3,000 per household, ranging from $2,000 to $4,000. Costs include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, and flood protection.
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Page version: August 2026.

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