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West Long Branch, NJ: 1 Violation - Home Safety 50/100

1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for West Long Branch: D.

Several federal signals point to home-safety risks in this ZIP.

Water compliance in West Long Branch, NJ ranks below average - documented gaps in multiple service areas.

How West Long Branch Compares

West Long Branch50/100
New Jersey avg61/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
1
Water Systems
1
ZIPs with Violations
D · 50
Avg Safety Score
Zone 1
Radon Risk (High)
$631K
Median Home Value
$3,000
Est. Remediation (0.5% of home value)

West Long Branch Water: The Quick Version

  • Your city's water systems recorded 1 violation in the past 5 years.
  • Average lead level: 0.002 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 86% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $3,000 per household.
  • CDC health risk index: 11.15.

Water Systems Serving West Long Branch

As of current federal records, West Long Branch, NJ is served primarily by one water utility among 1 tracked system. That single provider handles infrastructure investment, rate adjustments, and regulatory reporting under EPA oversight.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in West Long Branch, New Jersey (population ~8,576), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 377,613 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. The available record reports no health-based violations for this measured scope.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for West Long Branch: D (50/100)

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

West Long Branch water systems draw from: Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average lead level (90th percentile): 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

Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High 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
07764 D 1 0 Nj American Water - Coastal North

All ZIP Codes in West Long Branch

  • 07764 [D] - 1 violation

Data Sources

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

CDC Health Data for West Long Branch

8.8%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
9.8%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
13.6%
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 8.8% ↓
Diabetes 9.8% ↓
Mental Health 13.6% ↓

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

Key Contaminants Detected in West Long Branch

Stage 1 DBP Rule 2 violations
Treatment Technique
Disinfection byproduct exposure risk

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

How Old Is West Long Branch's Housing Stock?

1966
Median Build Year
86%
Built Before 1986
44%
Built Before 1970
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 86% 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 West Long Branch'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
86%
Pre-1986 (Lead Paint Risk)
44%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (44%) 1970–1986 (42%) Post-1986 (14%)

Over half of homes in West Long Branch 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.

West Long Branch: Remediation Cost in Perspective

In West Long Branch, the equity impact of remediation is proportionally small - not the kind of financial commitment that rises to the level of a genuine planning constraint, but a minor share of what most properties here are worth.

Median Home Value
$631,300
Est. Remediation
$3,000
Remediation as % of home value 0.5%

Remediation costs in West Long Branch are relatively low compared to home values. The $2,000–$4,100 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 31% above the New Jersey average.

Protecting Children from Lead in West Long Branch

86%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.002
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.

After the federal action removing lead-bearing solder from new plumbing took effect, building practice shifted - but 86% of the West Long Branch 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.

Historical Flood-Claim Evidence for West Long Branch

18
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$5,315
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
0%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for West Long Branch contains 18 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $5,315. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 0% 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>$3,000</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 West Long Branch

  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 West Long Branch's water.
  3. Check your home's plumbing. With 86% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
  4. Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for West Long Branch, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for West Long Branch, NJ?
West Long Branch has an average Home Safety Score of 50/100 (Grade D) 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. 1 EPA violation has been recorded. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many water violations does West Long Branch have?
West Long Branch water systems have a total of 1 EPA violation. Violations are tracked across 1 ZIP code.
Does West Long Branch water have lead?
The average 90th-percentile lead level in West Long Branch is 0.002 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 West Long Branch compare to New Jersey average?
West Long Branch has an average Home Safety Score of 50/100, which is below the New Jersey state average of 61/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve West Long Branch?
West Long Branch is served by 1 public water system across 1 ZIP code, serving approximately 8,576 people.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in West Long Branch?
Estimated remediation costs in West Long Branch average $3,000 per household, ranging from $2,000 to $4,100. Costs include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, and flood protection.
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