Blanford, IN: High Radon Risk — 40/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Blanford ranks below average for tap water safety in IN — health-based violations are documented across multiple service areas in recent EPA monitoring data.
How Blanford Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Blanford Water
- Estimated remediation: $1,200 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 15.46 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Blanford
While 1 water system appear in federal records for Blanford, IN, one provider supplies the majority of residential connections — making it the central point of infrastructure and compliance accountability for most households.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Blanford, Indiana, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 473 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Blanford — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Blanford: D (40/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Blanford water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Blanford
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 47831 | D | UNIVERSAL WATER WORKS | 473 |
All ZIP Codes in Blanford
- 47831 [D]
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
Updated daily.
Health Outcomes in Blanford
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
What You Can Do in Blanford
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
- Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Blanford, IN