Stumpy Point, NC Water Safety: 77/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
For households in Stumpy Point, NC water data shows a consistently above-average safety picture.
How Stumpy Point Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Stumpy Point Water: The Quick Version
- Homes built before 1986: 69% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,200 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 12.87 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Stumpy Point
At present, 2 utilities serve the bulk of Stumpy Point, NC's residential water connections out of 2 systems active in the area, spread across independent providers with separate infrastructure and compliance obligations.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Stumpy Point, North Carolina (population ~221), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 29,001 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Stumpy Point — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Stumpy Point: B (77/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Stumpy Point water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Stumpy Point
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27978 | B | DARE COUNTY WATER SYSTEM | 28,732 |
All ZIP Codes in Stumpy Point
- 27978 [B]
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
CDC Health Data for Stumpy Point
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
How Old Is Stumpy Point's Housing Stock?
With 69% 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
When more than half a city's housing predates the 1986 federal ban on lead solder, plumbing-era lead risk becomes a citywide concern rather than an exception. Stumpy Point's median build year of 1972 places it squarely in that category.
Over half of homes in Stumpy Point 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.
Stumpy Point: Remediation Cost in Perspective
In Stumpy Point, property wealth outpaces what documented remediation typically demands — the equity burden lands well within the low tier.
Remediation costs in Stumpy Point are relatively low compared to home values. The $800–$1,800 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 13% above the North Carolina average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Stumpy Point
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.
After the federal action removing lead-bearing solder from new plumbing took effect, building practice shifted — but 69% of the Stumpy Point inventory predates that line. With aggregate samples near or beyond 0.015 mg/L, an in-home check moves out of the optional column into the standard list.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Stumpy Point
Over the multi-decade window covered by the National Flood Insurance Program, Stumpy Point has accumulated 193 claims — a total that suggests more than isolated flood exposure. With 100% of ZIP codes in designated flood zones, the water-quality implications of flooding move from hypothetical to periodically relevant: treatment intake can be compromised, wells can be infiltrated, and distribution backflow can occur.
Stumpy Point has a moderate flood history with 193 FEMA claims averaging $15,209 per payout. 100% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
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. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,200</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
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