CITY REPORT RI

Central Falls, RI: 2 Violations - Home Safety 83/100

1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Central Falls: B.

This ZIP has a few items worth a quick check.

In the dataset behind this page, Central Falls, RI receives one of the two highest grades; read the compliance history system by system for details.

How Central Falls Compares

Central Falls83/100
Rhode Island avg67/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
1
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
B · 83
Avg Safety Score
Zone 2
County Radon Potential (Moderate)
$301K
Median Home Value
$500
Est. Remediation (0.2% of home value)

What You Should Know About Central Falls Water

  • Your city's water systems recorded 2 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0013 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 84% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $500 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 12.26.

Who Supplies Your Water in Central Falls

Just one provider appears in the list below for Central Falls, RI, among 1 on the federal list. A listing shows which system is tied to the area, not which one serves a particular street; the water bill or the utility itself confirms that for a given address.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Central Falls, Rhode Island (population ~22,481), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 98,130 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 Central Falls: B (83/100)

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

Central Falls water systems draw from: Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0013 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
Total organic carbon Disinfection Byproducts 2 1
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
02863 B 2 0 Pawtucket Water Supply Board Veolia-na

All ZIP Codes in Central Falls

  • 02863 [B] - 2 violations

Data Sources

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

Health Outcomes in Central Falls

12.4%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
11.6%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
17.9%
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 12.4% ↑
Diabetes 11.6% ↑
Mental Health 17.9% ↑

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

Top Contaminants in Central Falls Water

Total organic carbon 2 violations
Disinfection Byproducts
Revised Total Coliform Rule 2 violations
Microbiological
Indicates possible bacterial contamination

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

Housing & Infrastructure in Central Falls

1947
Median Build Year
84%
Built Before 1986
71%
Built Before 1970
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 84% 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

Pre-1986 homes make up a large part of Central Falls's housing; median build year 1947.

1947
Median Year Built
84%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
71%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (71%) 1970–1986 (13%) Post-1986 (16%)

Over half of homes in Central Falls 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.

Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Central Falls Homeowners

The remediation-to-value ratio for Central Falls sits at the bottom of the scale.

Median Home Value
$300,500
Est. Remediation
$500
Remediation as % of home value 0.2%

Estimated remediation costs in Central Falls 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 27% below the Rhode Island average.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Central Falls

84%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0013
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 NFIP Claim Context in Central Falls

31
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$52,225
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Central Falls contains 31 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $52,225. 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 Central Falls, RI

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Central Falls, RI?
Central Falls has an average Home Safety Score of 83/100 (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. 2 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 Central Falls?
EPA records list 2 EPA violations for Central Falls water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Central Falls water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Central Falls is 0.0013 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 Central Falls compare to Rhode Island average?
Central Falls has an average Home Safety Score of 83/100, which is at or above the Rhode Island state average of 67/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Central Falls?
Our records map 1 water system to 1 ZIP code in Central Falls. The related population figure in our data is approximately 22,481 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Central Falls?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Central Falls: $500; modeled range $300 to $800. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Central Falls, RI: 2 Violations - Home Safety 83/100. https://zipcheckup.com/cities/ri/central-falls/
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