Alpha, KY: 9 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable
1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated
Data: EPA SDWIS
Alpha Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 9 violations since 2021.
- Homes built before 1986: 36% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $300 per household.
Water Systems Serving Alpha
2 systems shown for Alpha, KY, from 2 on the federal list.
Overview
We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Alpha, Kentucky (population ~552), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 30,042 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. 2 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.
Water Sources
Alpha 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 2.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Reporting | 6 | 1 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 4 | 1 |
| Public Notice Rule | Reporting | 4 | 1 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 4 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42603 | — | 9 | 2 | Monticello Water & Sewer Commission |
All ZIP Codes in Alpha
- 42603 - 9 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.
Key Contaminants Detected in Alpha
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Alpha'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
Homes on the same street in Alpha can differ: one may keep original pre-1986 plumbing while another has been replumbed, so the 1993 median is only a starting point.
Most homes in Alpha 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.
Alpha: Remediation Cost in Perspective
The remediation-to-value ratio for Alpha sits at the bottom of the scale.
Estimated remediation costs in Alpha 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 38% below the Kentucky average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Alpha
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.
Deep Dive Reports
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