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South Bound Brook, NJ Water - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
1
Water Systems
0
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
Zone 1
County Radon Potential (High)
$345K
Median Home Value
$500
Est. Remediation (0.1% of home value)

South Bound Brook Water: The Quick Version

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.002 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 80% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $500 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 9.99.

Water Systems Serving South Bound Brook

One water system is listed below for South Bound Brook, NJ; federal data link 1 to the area overall.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in South Bound Brook, New Jersey (population ~4,833), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 615,430 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

The available EPA record reports 0 violations for 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count.

Water Sources

South Bound Brook water systems draw from: Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0020 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 1.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Areas with No Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score System Population
08880 — Nj American Water - Raritan 615,430

All ZIP Codes in South Bound Brook

Data Sources

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

CDC Health Data for South Bound Brook

8%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
10.1%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
12.6%
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 8% ↓
Diabetes 10.1% ↓
Mental Health 12.6% ↓

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

How Old Is South Bound Brook's Housing Stock?

1967
Median Build Year
80%
Built Before 1986
61%
Built Before 1970
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 80% 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

Median construction year in South Bound Brook: 1967, set against the 1986 federal lead limits for new plumbing.

1967
Median Year Built
80%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
61%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (61%) 1970–1986 (19%) Post-1986 (20%)

Over half of homes in South Bound Brook 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.

South Bound Brook: Remediation Cost in Perspective

Compared with typical property prices, the remediation estimate for South Bound Brook is small in percentage terms - at or under one percent.

Median Home Value
$345,300
Est. Remediation
$500
Remediation as % of home value 0.1%

Estimated remediation costs in South Bound Brook can be compared with local home values. The $300–$800 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 29% below the New Jersey average.

Protecting Children from Lead in South Bound Brook

80%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.002
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 Flood-Claim Evidence for South Bound Brook

93
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$71,509
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for South Bound Brook contains 93 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $71,509. 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 $500 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 South Bound Brook, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does South Bound Brook water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of South Bound Brook is 0.002 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 many water systems serve South Bound Brook?
Our records map 1 water system to 1 ZIP code in South Bound Brook. The related population figure in our data is approximately 4,833 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in South Bound Brook?
Estimated remediation cost per household in South Bound Brook: $500; modeled range $300 to $800. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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