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Jackson Springs, NC: 45 Violations - Home Safety 67/100

1 ZIP code · 5 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Jackson Springs: C.

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

Your top priority: consider a certified water filter (18 health violations on record). NSF certified filters →

Across water systems in Jackson Springs, safety results are uneven - a portion carry active or recent violations, while others meet federal standards without incident, placing the city in the middle tier for NC.

How Jackson Springs Compares

Jackson Springs67/100
North Carolina avg78/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
5
Water Systems
1
ZIPs with Violations
C · 67
Avg Safety Score
Zone 3
Radon Risk (Low)
$289K
Median Home Value
$600
Est. Remediation (0.2% of home value)

Key Facts for Jackson Springs Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 45 violations in the past 5 years.
  • Average lead level: 0.0128 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 31% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $600 per household.
  • CDC health risk index: 15.34 - above typical levels.

Jackson Springs's Water Providers

Residential addresses in Jackson Springs, NC are served by 3 primary water providers out of 5 systems in federal records. Each system maintains separate infrastructure and files its own EPA compliance reports, so service conditions are not uniform across the city.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Jackson Springs, North Carolina (population ~3,290), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 42,651 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. 18 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Jackson Springs: C (67/100)

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

Jackson Springs water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0128 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 3 (Low Risk)

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 20 1
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Technique 18 1
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 16 1
Chlorite Disinfection Byproducts 12 1
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting 10 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
27281 C 45 18 Foxfire Village, Town of

All ZIP Codes in Jackson Springs

  • 27281 [C] - 45 violations ⚠

Data Sources

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

Jackson Springs Community Health Snapshot

11.1%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
15.1%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
17.1%
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 11.1% ↑
Diabetes 15.1% ↑
Mental Health 17.1% ↑

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

What's in Jackson Springs's Water?

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 20 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA limit: 0.08 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure
Lead and Copper Rule 18 violations
Treatment Technique
Developmental delays in children, kidney damage
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 16 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure

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

Jackson Springs Infrastructure Age

1994
Median Build Year
31%
Built Before 1986
1%
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

Prohibited from residential plumbing since 1986, lead solder divides Jackson Springs's housing stock along a timeline that the median build year of 1994 straddles. A meaningful share of homes predates the ban - a configuration that places moderate aggregate pressure on plumbing-related lead risk, distributed unevenly across neighborhoods.

1994
Median Year Built
31%
Pre-1986 (Lead Paint Risk)
1%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (1%) 1970–1986 (30%) Post-1986 (69%)

Most homes in Jackson Springs 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.

How Remediation Costs Compare in Jackson Springs

In Jackson Springs, documented water and safety issues can be addressed without making a meaningful dent in home equity - the financial proportionality here is favorable, and the commitment fits within standard property planning frameworks.

Median Home Value
$289,400
Est. Remediation
$600
Remediation as % of home value 0.2%

Remediation costs in Jackson Springs are relatively low compared to home values. The $400–$800 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 23% above the North Carolina average.

Jackson Springs: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

31%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0128
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.

Practically, the structural drivers in Jackson Springs - 31% pre-rule stock and citywide monitoring at or beyond the regulatory benchmark - make an in-home draw the practical way to translate aggregate averages into the specific conditions at one address.

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

What You Can Do in Jackson Springs

  1. Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages - your tap may differ. Lead testing is especially recommended given the area's lead levels.
  2. Install a certified water filter. Filters rated for Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) can reduce the most common contaminant found in Jackson Springs's water.
  3. Check your home's plumbing. With 31% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Jackson Springs, NC

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Jackson Springs, NC?
Jackson Springs has an average Home Safety Score of 67/100 (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. 45 EPA violations have been recorded. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many water violations does Jackson Springs have?
Jackson Springs water systems have a total of 45 EPA violations, including 18 health-based violations. Violations are tracked across 1 ZIP code.
Does Jackson Springs water have lead?
The average 90th-percentile lead level in Jackson Springs is 0.0128 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 Jackson Springs compare to North Carolina average?
Jackson Springs has an average Home Safety Score of 67/100, which is below the North Carolina state average of 78/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Jackson Springs?
Jackson Springs is served by 5 public water systems across 1 ZIP code, serving approximately 3,290 people.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Jackson Springs?
Estimated remediation costs in Jackson Springs average $600 per household, ranging from $400 to $800. Costs include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, and flood protection.
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