Fairburn, SD Home Safety: Home Safety Score unavailable
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated
Data: EPA SDWIS
Fairburn Water: The Quick Version
- Average lead level: 0.002 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 7% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $700 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.43 - above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Fairburn
Fairburn, SD draws its water from one primary utility across 1 tracked system.
Overview
We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Fairburn, South Dakota (population ~366), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 947 people region-wide. 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.
Water Sources
Fairburn water systems draw from: Groundwater.
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 2 (Moderate 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57738 | — | Southern Black Hills Water | 947 |
All ZIP Codes in Fairburn
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 Fairburn
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
How Old Is Fairburn's Housing Stock?
Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
For most of Fairburn's housing stock, construction occurred after 1986 - when lead solder in plumbing was federally prohibited. The median build year of 2004 broadly reflects that newer profile.
Most homes in Fairburn were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Fairburn: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Within the Fairburn market, estimated remediation claims a small portion of typical property equity - the financial burden is proportionally low.
Remediation costs in Fairburn are relatively low compared to home values. The $150–$1,400 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 179% above the South Dakota average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Fairburn
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.
Pre-rule stock in Fairburn accounts for 7% of the inventory - a modest fraction - and citywide samples land safely beneath the federal action mark.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
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