Tollesboro, KY: 2 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable
1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated
Data: EPA SDWIS
Key Facts for Tollesboro Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 2 violations since 2021.
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.003 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 46% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $500 per household.
Tollesboro's Water Providers
Because each listed system has its own federal record, violations at one of the 3 shown below do not apply to the others among the 3 tied to Tollesboro, KY.
Overview
We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Tollesboro, Kentucky (population ~2,052), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 23,148 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. The available record reports no health-based violations for this measured scope.
Water Sources
Tollesboro water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0030 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 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 | 4 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41189 | — | 2 | 0 | Western Lewis Rectorville Water District |
All ZIP Codes in Tollesboro
- 41189 - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
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.
What's in Tollesboro's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Tollesboro Infrastructure Age
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
Buyers and renters in Tollesboro can ask a simple question of any home: was it built before 1986? The citywide median of 1980 will not answer it.
Most homes in Tollesboro 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 Tollesboro
Here the gap between local home values and the estimated repair bill is wide, so the percentage shown below for Tollesboro stays at or under the 1% mark.
Estimated remediation costs in Tollesboro can be compared with local home values. The $300–$800 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 30% below the Kentucky average.
Tollesboro: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
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.
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