CITY REPORT NJ 2 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Blackwood Ter, NJ: 2 Health Violations - Home Safety 59/100

1 ZIP code · 5 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Blackwood Ter: C.

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

Blackwood Ter shows moderate tap water quality for NJ - some areas carry documented EPA violations while others meet standards without issues.

How Blackwood Ter Compares

Blackwood Ter59/100
New Jersey avg61/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
5
Water Systems
1
ZIPs with Violations
C · 59
Avg Safety Score
Zone 2
Radon Risk (Moderate)
$248K
Median Home Value
$2,200
Est. Remediation (0.9% of home value)

What You Should Know About Blackwood Ter Water

  • Your city's water systems recorded 24 violations in the past 5 years.
  • Average lead level: 0.0028 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 75% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $2,200 per household.
  • CDC health risk index: 11.87.

Who Supplies Your Water in Blackwood Ter

Water delivery in Blackwood Ter, NJ is handled by 3 utilities rather than a single system - drawn from 5 providers in federal records, each filing its own compliance reports and setting its own rates.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Blackwood Ter, New Jersey (population ~35,896), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 71,832 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. 2 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Blackwood Ter: C (59/100)

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

Blackwood Ter water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0028 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 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 20 1
E. coli Microbiological 6 1
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 6 1
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 4 1
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Technique 4 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
08096 C 24 2 Deptford Twp Mua

All ZIP Codes in Blackwood Ter

  • 08096 [C] - 24 violations ⚠

Data Sources

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

Health Outcomes in Blackwood Ter

9.8%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
10.3%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
16.3%
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 9.8% ↓
Diabetes 10.3% ↓
Mental Health 16.3% ↑

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

Top Contaminants in Blackwood Ter Water

Stage 1 DBP Rule 20 violations
Treatment Technique
Disinfection byproduct exposure risk
E. coli 6 violations
Microbiological
Gastrointestinal illness, potentially fatal
Revised Total Coliform Rule 6 violations
Microbiological
Indicates possible bacterial contamination

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

Housing & Infrastructure in Blackwood Ter

1966
Median Build Year
75%
Built Before 1986
47%
Built Before 1970
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 75% 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 Blackwood Ter's housing predates 1986, when lead solder was banned from new plumbing, the median build year of 1966 reflects a city where lead-era plumbing materials are common rather than exceptional.

1966
Median Year Built
75%
Pre-1986 (Lead Paint Risk)
47%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (47%) 1970–1986 (28%) Post-1986 (25%)

Over half of homes in Blackwood Ter 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.

Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Blackwood Ter Homeowners

The household financial picture for Blackwood Ter homeowners is proportionally favorable - addressing documented issues claims a small slice of equity, and the cost-to-value ratio puts this area well within the manageable tier.

Median Home Value
$248,400
Est. Remediation
$2,200
Remediation as % of home value 0.9%

Remediation costs in Blackwood Ter are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,200–$3,400 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 49% below the New Jersey average.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Blackwood Ter

75%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0028
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.

Routinely in Blackwood Ter, where 75% 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.

Historical NFIP Claim Context in Blackwood Ter

43
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$10,725
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Blackwood Ter contains 43 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $10,725. 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>$2,200</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 Blackwood Ter

  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 Stage 1 DBP Rule can reduce the most common contaminant found in Blackwood Ter's water.
  3. Check your home's plumbing. With 75% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Blackwood Ter, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Blackwood Ter, NJ?
Blackwood Ter has an average Home Safety Score of 59/100 (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. 24 EPA violations have been recorded. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many water violations does Blackwood Ter have?
Blackwood Ter water systems have a total of 24 EPA violations, including 2 health-based violations. Violations are tracked across 1 ZIP code.
Does Blackwood Ter water have lead?
The average 90th-percentile lead level in Blackwood Ter is 0.0028 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 Blackwood Ter compare to New Jersey average?
Blackwood Ter has an average Home Safety Score of 59/100, which is below the New Jersey state average of 61/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Blackwood Ter?
Blackwood Ter is served by 5 public water systems across 1 ZIP code, serving approximately 35,896 people.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Blackwood Ter?
Estimated remediation costs in Blackwood Ter average $2,200 per household, ranging from $1,200 to $3,400. Costs include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, and flood protection.
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