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Adena, OH: 21 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
3
Water Systems
1
ZIPs with Violations
Zone 1
Radon Risk (High)
$108K
Median Home Value
$2,400
Est. Remediation (2.2% of home value)

Key Facts for Adena Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 21 violations in the past 5 years.
  • Average lead level: 0.0034 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 82% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $2,400 per household.
  • CDC health risk index: 15.87 - above typical levels.

Adena's Water Providers

3 water systems are tracked federally in Adena, OH. The top 3 providers collectively serve most residential addresses, but because they operate independently, infrastructure maintenance standards and compliance histories differ from one service zone to another.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Adena, Ohio (population ~2,159), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 3,855 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.

Water Sources

Adena water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0034 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
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Technique 14 1
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Technique 10 1
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 6 1
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 6 1
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting 4 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
43901 21 0 Tri-county Water Authority

All ZIP Codes in Adena

Data Sources

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

Adena Community Health Snapshot

11.7%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
15.1%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
18.7%
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 11.7% ↑
Diabetes 15.1% ↑
Mental Health 18.7% ↑

Vertical line = national average. Above national · Below national

What's in Adena's Water?

Surface Water Treatment Rule 14 violations
Treatment Technique
Pathogens may not be adequately removed
Lead and Copper Rule 10 violations
Treatment Technique
Developmental delays in children, kidney damage
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 6 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA limit: 0.08 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure

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

Adena Infrastructure Age

1940
Median Build Year
82%
Built Before 1986
62%
Built Before 1970
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 82% 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

What does a median build year of 1940 mean for water safety in Adena? It means the majority of the city's residential plumbing was installed before 1986, when lead solder was federally banned, and a large share may predate 1970, when lead pipes were commonly used - making plumbing age a central variable in household-level lead risk across much of the city.

1940
Median Year Built
82%
Pre-1986 (Lead Paint Risk)
62%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (62%) 1970–1986 (20%) Post-1986 (18%)

Over half of homes in Adena 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.

How Remediation Costs Compare in Adena

Within the Adena market, documented remediation claims a significant slice of typical equity - the financial weight here is material.

Median Home Value
$107,700
Est. Remediation
$2,400
Remediation as % of home value 2.2%

At 2.2% of home value, remediation costs in Adena represent a significant financial burden. For homes valued near the median, fixing water and safety issues could cost $1,600–$3,300. Home values here are 41% below the Ohio average.

Adena: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

82%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0034
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.

If 82% of the Adena inventory comes from before the federal ban on lead-bearing solder - and if utility samples sit at or near 0.015 mg/L - the gap between citywide averages and one specific faucet becomes a practical concern rather than a theoretical one. That is why one-home reads exist as a separate measurement. A certified filter through retailer networks addresses confirmed exposure where it appears in a household.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Adena: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

61
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$8,742
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Adena contains 61 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $8,742. 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>$2,400</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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many water violations does Adena have?
Adena water systems have a total of 21 EPA violations. Violations are tracked across 1 ZIP code.
Does Adena water have lead?
The average 90th-percentile lead level in Adena is 0.0034 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 many water systems serve Adena?
Adena is served by 3 public water systems across 1 ZIP code, serving approximately 2,159 people.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Adena?
Estimated remediation costs in Adena average $2,400 per household, ranging from $1,600 to $3,300. Costs include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, and flood protection.
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