CITY REPORT MA

North Dighton, MA: 1 Violation - Home Safety 66/100

1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for North Dighton: C.

A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.

Within North Dighton, the records summarized for MA produce a C grade - a middle reading that calls for checking the specific system at your address.

How North Dighton Compares

North Dighton66/100
Massachusetts avg70/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
C · 66
Avg Safety Score
Zone 2
County Radon Potential (Moderate)
$498K
Median Home Value
$500
Est. Remediation (0.1% of home value)

North Dighton Water: The Quick Version

  • Water systems mapped to your city have 1 violation on record since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.003 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 64% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $500 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 13.02.

Water Systems Serving North Dighton

The 2 largest of 2 systems connected with North Dighton, MA are listed below.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in North Dighton, Massachusetts (population ~4,344), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 6,580 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.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for North Dighton: C (66/100)

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

North Dighton 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
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
02764 C 1 0 Dighton Water District

All ZIP Codes in North Dighton

  • 02764 [C] - 1 violation

Data Sources

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

CDC Health Data for North Dighton

12.6%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
10.8%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
18.6%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 12.6% ↑
Diabetes 10.8% ↑
Mental Health 18.6% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

Key Contaminants Detected in North Dighton

Revised Total Coliform Rule 2 violations
Microbiological
Indicates possible bacterial contamination

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

How Old Is North Dighton's Housing Stock?

1977
Median Build Year
64%
Built Before 1986
48%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 64% 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

If you live in one of the pre-1986 homes in North Dighton, a certified lab test for lead is the direct way to learn what your tap delivers; the median build year of 1977 is only context.

1977
Median Year Built
64%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
48%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (48%) 1970–1986 (16%) Post-1986 (36%)

Over half of homes in North Dighton were built before 1986, when federal law began restricting lead solder in drinking-water plumbing. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

North Dighton: Remediation Cost in Perspective

The remediation-to-value ratio for North Dighton sits at the bottom of the scale.

Median Home Value
$498,100
Est. Remediation
$500
Remediation as % of home value 0.1%

Estimated remediation costs in North Dighton 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 11% below the Massachusetts average.

Protecting Children from Lead in North Dighton

64%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.003
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

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.

Historical Flood-Claim Evidence for North Dighton

14
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$21,602
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for North Dighton contains 14 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $21,602. 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 $500 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.

What You Can Do in North Dighton

  1. 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.
  2. Install a certified water filter. For Revised Total Coliform Rule, listed in the water-quality records for North Dighton: if it is a rule or reporting requirement rather than a contaminant, ask your utility what the record involved; for bacteria, follow any boil-water notice from your utility; for a specific chemical contaminant, check whether a filter is certified to reduce it. Not every contaminant has a consumer filter certification.
  3. Check your home's plumbing. With 64% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for North Dighton, MA

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for North Dighton, MA?
North Dighton has an average Home Safety Score of 66/100 (Grade C) under ZipCheckup model 4.0.0, an area-level model that draws on EPA water compliance records, PFAS screening, EPA radon zones, and annual EPA air quality data; see the methodology page for how inputs and coverage are handled. 1 violation appears in EPA records for water systems mapped to these ZIP codes. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many violations are on record for water systems serving North Dighton?
EPA records list 1 EPA violation for North Dighton water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does North Dighton water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of North Dighton is 0.003 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does North Dighton compare to Massachusetts average?
North Dighton has an average Home Safety Score of 66/100, which is below the Massachusetts state average of 70/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve North Dighton?
Our records map 2 water systems to 1 ZIP code in North Dighton. The related population figure in our data is approximately 4,344 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in North Dighton?
Estimated remediation cost per household in North Dighton: $500; modeled range $300 to $800. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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