Beechgrove, TN: High Radon Risk — 40/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 5 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Unlike better-scoring cities in TN, Beechgrove records health-based violations across a meaningful portion of its service areas — the overall safety grade is well below average.
How Beechgrove Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Beechgrove Water
- Homes built before 1986: 24% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,700 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 15.42 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Beechgrove
Beechgrove, TN draws its residential water from 3 separate providers among the 5 federally tracked systems. Each operates independently, with its own infrastructure, rate structure, and compliance record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Beechgrove, Tennessee (population ~2,459), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 73,508 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Beechgrove — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Beechgrove: D (40/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Beechgrove water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Beechgrove
- 0 ZIP codes 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37018 | D | BELL BUCKLE WATER SYSTEM | 2,633 |
All ZIP Codes in Beechgrove
- 37018 [D]
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
Updated daily.
Health Outcomes in Beechgrove
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
Housing & Infrastructure in Beechgrove
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
Why does housing age matter for water safety? Homes built before 1986 may have lead-soldered copper plumbing joints — a practice banned that year. Beechgrove's median build year of 1992 places much of the city's housing in the post-ban era, reducing that specific risk pathway for most residents.
Most homes in Beechgrove 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.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Beechgrove Homeowners
Placing remediation in the context of Beechgrove's property market, the equity share is low — most homeowners here are weighing a financial commitment that fits comfortably within routine property planning, far from the threshold where remediation becomes a material equity decision rather than a standard upkeep consideration.
Remediation costs in Beechgrove are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,100–$2,300 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 6% below the Tennessee average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Beechgrove
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.
Where pre-rule stock represents a smaller fraction of the inventory — 24% across Beechgrove — the structural drivers of household exposure run thinner. Aggregate readings under the federal benchmark reinforce that picture, with one-home draws remaining the only direct measurement for a specific address.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
What You Can Do in Beechgrove
- 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. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
- Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.
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