Warrenton, NC: 1 Violation — 72/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Residents of Warrenton generally live with tap water that beats the NC safety average on key EPA compliance metrics.
How Warrenton Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Warrenton Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 1 violation in the past 5 years.
- Homes built before 1986: 57% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,000 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 17.69 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Warrenton
3 independent water providers serve Warrenton, NC — 3 systems appear in federal records.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Warrenton, North Carolina (population ~6,763), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 13,012 people region-wide.
1 of 1 ZIP code (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Warrenton: B (72/100)
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
Warrenton water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Warrenton
- 0 ZIP codes 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 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27589 | B | 1 | 0 | Warren County Water System |
All ZIP Codes in Warrenton
- 27589 [B] — 1 violation
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 Warrenton
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
Key Contaminants Detected in Warrenton
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Warrenton's Housing Stock?
With 57% 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
Because the majority of Warrenton's housing predates 1986, when lead solder was banned from new plumbing, the median build year of 1987 reflects a city where lead-era plumbing materials are common rather than exceptional.
Over half of homes in Warrenton 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.
Warrenton: Remediation Cost in Perspective
In Warrenton, property wealth outpaces what documented remediation typically demands — the equity burden lands well within the low tier.
Remediation costs in Warrenton are relatively low compared to home values. The $400–$1,600 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 58% below the North Carolina average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Warrenton
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 Warrenton, where 57% 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.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Warrenton, NC