CITY REPORT NC HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 1

Atlantic Beach, NC: 1 Health Violation - Home Safety 97/100

1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Atlantic Beach: A.

Checked records flag no major concern; missing data is unknown.

In ZipCheckup's scoring, Atlantic Beach, NC lands in the A-B grade tier.

How Atlantic Beach Compares

Atlantic Beach97/100
North Carolina avg78/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
3
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
A · 97
Avg Safety Score
Zone 3
County Radon Potential (Low)
$529K
Median Home Value
$300
Est. Remediation (0.1% of home value)

What You Should Know About Atlantic Beach Water

  • Your city's water systems recorded 7 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.004 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 57% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $300 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 13.93.

Who Supplies Your Water in Atlantic Beach

Federal records list 3 water systems tied to Atlantic Beach, NC. Of those, 3 are the primary providers, meaning service conditions, rate structures, and compliance histories can differ depending on where a property sits.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina (population ~3,452), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 16,175 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. 1 health-based violation appear in the available health breakdown.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Atlantic Beach: A (97/100)

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

Atlantic Beach water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0040 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 3.

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
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 6 1
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 4 1
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 4 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
28512 A 7 1 Atlantic Beach, Town of

All ZIP Codes in Atlantic Beach

  • 28512 [A] - 7 violations ⚠

Data Sources

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

Health Outcomes in Atlantic Beach

10.4%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
12.5%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
14.7%
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 10.4% ↑
Diabetes 12.5% ↑
Mental Health 14.7% ↓

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

Top Contaminants in Atlantic Beach Water

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 6 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.08 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 4 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.06 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL
Revised Total Coliform Rule 4 violations
Microbiological
Indicates possible bacterial contamination

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

Housing & Infrastructure in Atlantic Beach

1985
Median Build Year
57%
Built Before 1986
13%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 57% 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

Viewed through the lens of construction era, Atlantic Beach has a median build year of 1985; houses completed ahead of 1986 can hold lead-bearing solder or fittings.

1985
Median Year Built
57%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
13%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (13%) 1970–1986 (44%) Post-1986 (43%)

Over half of homes in Atlantic Beach 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.

Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Atlantic Beach Homeowners

How large is the remediation estimate next to home prices in Atlantic Beach? Small in relative terms: it amounts to 1% of the median value or less, although the dollar figure below is still an estimate and actual costs vary by property and contractor.

Median Home Value
$529,400
Est. Remediation
$300
Remediation as % of home value 0.1%

Estimated remediation costs in Atlantic Beach can be compared with local home values. The $150–$600 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 125% above the North Carolina average.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Atlantic Beach

57%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.004
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 NFIP Claim Context in Atlantic Beach

1,578
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$18,944
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Atlantic Beach contains 1,578 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $18,944. 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 $300 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 Atlantic Beach, NC

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Atlantic Beach, NC?
Atlantic Beach has an average Home Safety Score of 97/100 (Grade A) 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. 7 violations appear 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 Atlantic Beach?
EPA records list 7 EPA violations, including 1 health-based violation for Atlantic Beach water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Atlantic Beach water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Atlantic Beach is 0.004 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 Atlantic Beach compare to North Carolina average?
Atlantic Beach has an average Home Safety Score of 97/100, which is at or above the North Carolina state average of 78/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Atlantic Beach?
Our records map 3 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Atlantic Beach. The related population figure in our data is approximately 3,452 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Atlantic Beach?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Atlantic Beach: $300; modeled range $150 to $600. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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