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Point Of Rocks, MD: 2 Violations - Home Safety 66/100

1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Point Of Rocks: C.

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

Point Of Rocks, MD: mid-range safety grade, uneven compliance across service areas.

How Point Of Rocks Compares

Point Of Rocks66/100
Maryland avg69/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
1
Water Systems
1
ZIPs with Violations
C · 66
Avg Safety Score
Zone 1
Radon Risk (High)
$441K
Median Home Value
$2,900
Est. Remediation (0.7% of home value)

Point Of Rocks Water: The Quick Version

  • Your city's water systems recorded 2 violations in the past 5 years.
  • Average lead level: 0.003 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 24% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $2,900 per household.
  • CDC health risk index: 11.57.

Water Systems Serving Point Of Rocks

A single utility carries the primary residential water load in Point Of Rocks, MD - the dominant provider across 1 federally tracked system.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Point Of Rocks, Maryland (population ~2,333), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 74,911 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 Point Of Rocks: 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

Point Of Rocks water systems draw from: Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average lead level (90th percentile): 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

Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)

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

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Contaminant 2020 Other 4 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
21777 C 2 0 New Design - Frederick County

All ZIP Codes in Point Of Rocks

  • 21777 [C] - 2 violations

Data Sources

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

CDC Health Data for Point Of Rocks

9.5%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
10.6%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
15.1%
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 9.5% ↓
Diabetes 10.6% ↑
Mental Health 15.1% ↑

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

Key Contaminants Detected in Point Of Rocks

Contaminant 2020 4 violations
Other

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

How Old Is Point Of Rocks's Housing Stock?

1994
Median Build Year
24%
Built Before 1986
7%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

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

Cities with large shares of pre-1986 housing carry elevated aggregate risk from lead-soldered plumbing; Point Of Rocks sits on the lower end of that spectrum. The median build year of 1994 reflects a housing stock in which post-ban construction is dominant - meaning lead-soldered copper joints are less prevalent across the city as a whole. Still, aggregate figures don't tell you what's happening inside a specific older home. Any structure built before 1986, and particularly those built before 1970 when lead pipes were commonly installed, can still present meaningful lead risk regardless of the city-wide picture.

1994
Median Year Built
24%
Pre-1986 (Lead Paint Risk)
7%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (7%) 1970–1986 (17%) Post-1986 (76%)

Most homes in Point Of Rocks were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Point Of Rocks: Remediation Cost in Perspective

When estimated remediation is placed alongside median property values in Point Of Rocks, the resulting ratio is low - a finding consistent with a household financial perspective where documented issues can be addressed without a meaningful impact on overall equity position, making this market one of the more favorable contexts for remediation planning.

Median Home Value
$441,300
Est. Remediation
$2,900
Remediation as % of home value 0.7%

Remediation costs in Point Of Rocks are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,900–$4,100 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 3% above the Maryland average.

Protecting Children from Lead in Point Of Rocks

24%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.003
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.

Aggregate sampling rests beneath the federal action threshold here, while only 24% of Point Of Rocks housing predates the solder rule change.

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

Historical Flood-Claim Evidence for Point Of Rocks

60
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$14,921
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Point Of Rocks contains 60 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $14,921. 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 <strong>$2,900</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.

What You Can Do in Point Of Rocks

  1. Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages - your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
  2. Install a certified water filter. Filters rated for Contaminant 2020 can reduce the most common contaminant found in Point Of Rocks's water.
  3. Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Point Of Rocks, MD

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Point Of Rocks, MD?
Point Of Rocks has an average Home Safety Score of 66/100 (Grade C) 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 Point Of Rocks have?
Point Of Rocks water systems have a total of 2 EPA violations. Violations are tracked across 1 ZIP code.
Does Point Of Rocks water have lead?
The average 90th-percentile lead level in Point Of Rocks is 0.003 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 Point Of Rocks compare to Maryland average?
Point Of Rocks has an average Home Safety Score of 66/100, which is below the Maryland state average of 69/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Point Of Rocks?
Point Of Rocks is served by 1 public water system across 1 ZIP code, serving approximately 2,333 people.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Point Of Rocks?
Estimated remediation costs in Point Of Rocks average $2,900 per household, ranging from $1,900 to $4,100. Costs include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, and flood protection.
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