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South Deerfield, MA: 2 Violations - Home Safety 82/100

1 ZIP code · 4 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for South Deerfield: B.

This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.

Water systems serving South Deerfield hold a strong EPA compliance record - the city places among the better-performing areas in MA with few health-based violations on file.

How South Deerfield Compares

South Deerfield82/100
Massachusetts avg70/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
4
Water Systems
1
ZIPs with Violations
B · 82
Avg Safety Score
Zone 2
Radon Risk (Moderate)
$388K
Median Home Value
$1,600
Est. Remediation (0.4% of home value)

Key Facts for South Deerfield Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 2 violations in the past 5 years.
  • Average lead level: 0.0083 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 75% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $1,600 per household.
  • CDC health risk index: 12.72 - above typical levels.

South Deerfield's Water Providers

3 independent water providers serve South Deerfield, MA - 4 systems appear in federal records.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in South Deerfield, Massachusetts (population ~4,784), covering 4 community water systems serving approximately 9,190 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 South Deerfield: B (82/100)

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

South Deerfield water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0083 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

Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Technique 2 1
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Technique 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
01373 B 2 0 South Deerfield Water Supply District

All ZIP Codes in South Deerfield

  • 01373 [B] - 2 violations

Data Sources

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

South Deerfield Community Health Snapshot

11.8%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
10.8%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
16.1%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 11.8% ↑
Diabetes 10.8% ↑
Mental Health 16.1% ↑

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

What's in South Deerfield's Water?

Stage 1 DBP Rule 2 violations
Treatment Technique
Disinfection byproduct exposure risk
Surface Water Treatment Rule 2 violations
Treatment Technique
Pathogens may not be adequately removed

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

South Deerfield Infrastructure Age

1976
Median Build Year
75%
Built Before 1986
35%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 75% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

Lead solder was standard in copper plumbing until federally banned in 1986; lead pipes were common in service lines pre-1970. South Deerfield's median build year of 1976 reflects a housing stock where these older materials are a pervasive feature - not a rare legacy - of the residential plumbing landscape.

1976
Median Year Built
75%
Pre-1986 (Lead Paint Risk)
35%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (35%) 1970–1986 (40%) Post-1986 (25%)

Over half of homes in South Deerfield were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

How Remediation Costs Compare in South Deerfield

Across South Deerfield, the equity share taken up by estimated remediation is small - a favorable ratio for most property owners.

Median Home Value
$387,500
Est. Remediation
$1,600
Remediation as % of home value 0.4%

Remediation costs in South Deerfield are relatively low compared to home values. The $800–$2,600 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 31% below the Massachusetts average.

South Deerfield: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

75%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0083
mg/L Avg Lead (Limit: 0.015)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

Routinely in South Deerfield, where 75% of housing predates the solder ban and aggregate utility readings hover near the federal threshold, a faucet-level draw functions as a standard household step for families with small kids.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

South Deerfield: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

4
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$15,260
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
0%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for South Deerfield contains 4 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $15,260. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 0% 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 <strong>$1,600</strong> 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.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for South Deerfield, MA

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for South Deerfield, MA?
South Deerfield has an average Home Safety Score of 82/100 (Grade B) under model 4.0.0. The score combines EPA SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AQI, and is published only when all required domains are observed. 2 EPA violations have been recorded. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many water violations does South Deerfield have?
South Deerfield water systems have a total of 2 EPA violations. Violations are tracked across 1 ZIP code.
Does South Deerfield water have lead?
The average 90th-percentile lead level in South Deerfield is 0.0083 mg/L. This is below the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does South Deerfield compare to Massachusetts average?
South Deerfield has an average Home Safety Score of 82/100, which is above the Massachusetts state average of 70/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve South Deerfield?
South Deerfield is served by 4 public water systems across 1 ZIP code, serving approximately 4,784 people.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in South Deerfield?
Estimated remediation costs in South Deerfield average $1,600 per household, ranging from $800 to $2,600. Costs include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, and flood protection.
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