CITY REPORT OH HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 1

Little Hocking, OH: 1 Health Violation - Home Safety 82/100

1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Little Hocking: B.

This ZIP has a few items worth a quick check.

Little Hocking, OH scores in the upper band of the ZipCheckup grade.

How Little Hocking Compares

Little Hocking82/100
Ohio avg60/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
B · 82
Avg Safety Score
Zone 2
County Radon Potential (Moderate)
$174K
Median Home Value
$300
Est. Remediation (0.2% of home value)

Key Facts for Little Hocking Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 4 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0042 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 68% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $300 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 15.58.

Little Hocking's Water Providers

More than one public water system is linked to Little Hocking, OH: federal records tie 2 systems to the area, and the 2 with the largest reported service populations are shown below. Which of them supplies a particular address depends on where the property sits, and a water bill or the utility can confirm it.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Little Hocking, Ohio (population ~3,447), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 16,333 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. 1 health-based violation appear in the available health breakdown.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Little Hocking: B (82/100)

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

Little Hocking water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0042 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 2.

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

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions Treatment Technique 6 1
Consumer Confidence Rule Reporting 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
45742 B 4 1 Little Hocking Water Association, Inc.

All ZIP Codes in Little Hocking

  • 45742 [B] - 4 violations ⚠

Data Sources

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

Little Hocking Community Health Snapshot

10.9%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
13.8%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
17.6%
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 10.9% ↑
Diabetes 13.8% ↑
Mental Health 17.6% ↑

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

What's in Little Hocking's Water?

Lead and Copper Rule Revisions 6 violations
Treatment Technique
Consumer Confidence Rule 2 violations
Reporting

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

Little Hocking Infrastructure Age

1974
Median Build Year
68%
Built Before 1986
38%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 68% 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 Little Hocking: 1974, set against the 1986 federal lead limits for new plumbing.

1974
Median Year Built
68%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
38%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (38%) 1970–1986 (30%) Post-1986 (32%)

Over half of homes in Little Hocking 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.

How Remediation Costs Compare in Little Hocking

How large is the remediation estimate next to home prices in Little Hocking? Small in relative terms: it amounts to 1% of the median value or less, although the dollar figure below is still an estimate and actual costs vary by property and contractor.

Median Home Value
$173,700
Est. Remediation
$300
Remediation as % of home value 0.2%

Estimated remediation costs in Little Hocking can be compared with local home values. The $150–$600 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 5% below the Ohio average.

Little Hocking: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

68%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0042
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.

Little Hocking: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

4
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$21,279
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Little Hocking contains 4 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $21,279. 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 $300 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 Little Hocking, OH

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Little Hocking, OH?
Little Hocking has an average Home Safety Score of 82/100 (Grade B) under ZipCheckup model 4.0.0, an area-level model that draws on EPA water compliance records, PFAS screening, EPA radon zones, and annual EPA air quality data; see the methodology page for how inputs and coverage are handled. 4 violations appear in EPA records for water systems mapped to these ZIP codes. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many violations are on record for water systems serving Little Hocking?
EPA records list 4 EPA violations, including 1 health-based violation for Little Hocking water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Little Hocking water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Little Hocking is 0.0042 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 does Little Hocking compare to Ohio average?
Little Hocking has an average Home Safety Score of 82/100, which is at or above the Ohio state average of 60/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Little Hocking?
Our records map 2 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Little Hocking. The related population figure in our data is approximately 3,447 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Little Hocking?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Little Hocking: $300; modeled range $150 to $600. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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