Fort Campbell, KY Home Safety: Home Safety 67/100
1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated
ZipCheckup grade for Fort Campbell: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
Fort Campbell, KY holds a middle-tier grade; review the underlying water system records for the reasons behind it.
How Fort Campbell Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS
What You Should Know About Fort Campbell Water
- Homes built before 1986: 46% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $600 per household.
Who Supplies Your Water in Fort Campbell
Among 2 systems linked to Fort Campbell, KY, the 2 biggest by population served appear below.
- C
- C
Overview
We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Fort Campbell, Kentucky (population ~19,261), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 30,762 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.
The available EPA record reports 0 violations for 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Fort Campbell: C (67/100)
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
Fort Campbell water systems draw from: Groundwater, 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
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42223 | C | Fort Campbell | 22,000 |
All ZIP Codes in Fort Campbell
- 42223 [C]
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.
Housing & Infrastructure in Fort Campbell
With 46% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
A citywide median of 1982 for construction says little about any single address in Fort Campbell. Homes built before 1986, when federal amendments restricted the lead content allowed in new pipe, solder and flux, may contain plumbing materials with more lead, and later renovations may have replaced them. An inspection of the plumbing can identify the materials, and sending a tap water sample to an accredited laboratory measures lead.
Most homes in Fort Campbell 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.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Fort Campbell Homeowners
Estimated remediation for Fort Campbell is a small fraction of median property value - one percent or less - though the ratio does not describe any single household.
Estimated remediation costs in Fort Campbell can be compared with local home values. The $400–$800 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 78% above the Kentucky average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Fort Campbell
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.
What You Can Do in Fort Campbell
- 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.
- Install a certified water filter. Choose a pitcher or under-sink filter certified to reduce the specific contaminants of concern.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 46% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
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