CITY REPORT OH

New Vienna, OH: High Radon Risk - Home Safety 67/100

Name: Water Quality Data for New Vienna, OH
Creator: ZipCheckup
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1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for New Vienna: C.

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

Safe water is the norm across most of New Vienna, OH - but documented violations push the city to the middle safety tier.

How New Vienna Compares

New Vienna67/100

Ohio avg60/100

National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

ZIP Codes

Water Systems

ZIPs with Violations

C · 67

Avg Safety Score

Zone 1

Radon Risk (High)

$156K

Median Home Value

$1,200

Est. Remediation (0.8% of home value)

New Vienna Water: The Quick Version

Average lead level: 0.0007 mg/L.
Homes built before 1986: 56% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
Estimated remediation: $1,200 per household.
CDC health risk index: 14.85 - above typical levels.

Water Systems Serving New Vienna

A single utility carries the primary residential water load in New Vienna, OH - the dominant provider across 1 federally tracked system.

Lynchburg Village Public Water System
Serves ~1,515 people

C

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in New Vienna, Ohio, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 3,333 people. 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.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for New Vienna: C (67/100)

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

New Vienna water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0007 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.

Areas with No Violations

ZIP Code	Safety Score	System	Population
45159	C	Lynchburg Village Public Water System	1,515

All ZIP Codes in New Vienna

45159 [C]

Data Sources

Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones

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

CDC Health Data for New Vienna

11.3%

Asthma (US: 9.8%)

13.5%

Diabetes (US: 10.4%)

18.4%

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 11.3% ↑

Diabetes 13.5% ↑

Mental Health 18.4% ↑

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

How Old Is New Vienna's Housing Stock?

1970

Median Build Year

56%

Built Before 1986

33%

Built Before 1970

Copper

Likely Pipe Material

With 56% 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

The lead that enters tap water in older homes often comes not from the municipal supply but from the home's own plumbing - from solder used in copper joints before the 1986 federal ban, or from lead pipes installed before 1970. In New Vienna, where the median build year is 1970, these older materials are widespread. More than half the residential stock predates the 1986 solder ban, and a significant fraction predates 1970 as well. For residents in those homes, the city-wide water quality picture is a less relevant frame than the specific materials inside their own walls and under their own street.

1970

Median Year Built

56%

Pre-1986 (Lead Paint Risk)

33%

Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)

Pre-1970 (33%) 1970–1986 (23%) Post-1986 (44%)

Over half of homes in New Vienna 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.

New Vienna: Remediation Cost in Perspective

Low proportionality - that's the New Vienna picture when remediation costs are placed against typical home equity.

Median Home Value

$155,700

Est. Remediation

$1,200

Remediation as % of home value 0.8%

Remediation costs in New Vienna are relatively low compared to home values. The $800–$1,500 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 15% below the Ohio average.

Protecting Children from Lead in New Vienna

56%

Homes Built Before 1986

0.0007

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.

Locally, 56% of New Vienna homes carry interior plumbing from the era when lead solder was still permitted in new builds, and citywide monitoring approaches or crosses the EPA action benchmark. Households can find a draw-test kit and certified filtration through verified retailers.

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

What You Can Do in New Vienna

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.
Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
Check your home's plumbing. With 56% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for New Vienna, OH

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Water Quality

EPA violations, contaminant data, and water system grades

0 EPA violations

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Lead Risk

Lead levels, housing age, and pipe risk assessment

0.0007 mg/L avg lead

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Home Safety

Composite safety score, remediation costs, equity trap analysis

67/100 safety score

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Infrastructure

Water system age, source indicators, and CO/gas safety

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for New Vienna, OH?

New Vienna has an average Home Safety Score of 67/100 (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. The available EPA record reports no violations for ZIP codes with reported counts. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.

Does New Vienna water have lead?

The average 90th-percentile lead level in New Vienna is 0.0007 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 New Vienna compare to Ohio average?

New Vienna has an average Home Safety Score of 67/100, which is above the Ohio state average of 60/100 for the same model series.

How many water systems serve New Vienna?

New Vienna is served by 1 public water system across 1 ZIP code, serving approximately 3,333 people.

How much does it cost to fix water issues in New Vienna?

Estimated remediation costs in New Vienna average $1,200 per household, ranging from $800 to $1,500. Costs include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, and flood protection.

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