CITY REPORT TN HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 3

Bulls Gap, TN: 20 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 5 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

ZIP Codes

Water Systems

ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations

Zone 1

County Radon Potential (High)

$116K

Median Home Value

$1,100

Est. Remediation (0.9% of home value)

What You Should Know About Bulls Gap Water

Your city's water systems recorded 20 violations since 2021.
Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.001 mg/L.
Homes built before 1986: 56% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
Estimated remediation: $1,100 per household.
Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 16.71.

Who Supplies Your Water in Bulls Gap

3 systems shown for Bulls Gap, TN, from 5 on the federal list.

Russellville Whitesburg U.d.
Serves ~20,197 people
Old Knoxville Hwy U.d.
Serves ~8,296 people
North Greene Utilities, Inc.
Serves ~5,604 people 10 violations

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Bulls Gap, Tennessee (population ~5,682), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 39,876 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. 3 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Water Sources

Bulls Gap water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.

Lead & Copper

Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0010 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 1.

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
Consumer Confidence Rule	Reporting	12	1
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Disinfection Byproducts	8	1
Lead and Copper Rule	Treatment Technique	4	1
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Microbiological	4	1
Total organic carbon	Disinfection Byproducts	2	1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code	Safety Score	Violations	Health-Based	System
37711	—	20	3	Persia Utility District

All ZIP Codes in Bulls Gap

37711 - 20 violations ⚠

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.

Health Outcomes in Bulls Gap

11.1%

Asthma (US: 9.8%)

16%

Diabetes (US: 10.4%)

20.1%

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 11.1% ↑

Diabetes 16% ↑

Mental Health 20.1% ↑

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

Top Contaminants in Bulls Gap Water

Consumer Confidence Rule 12 violations

Reporting

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 8 violations

Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.06 mg/L

Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL

Lead and Copper Rule 4 violations

Treatment Technique

Developmental delays in children, kidney damage

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

Housing & Infrastructure in Bulls Gap

1988

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. 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

If you live in one of the pre-1986 homes in Bulls Gap, a certified lab test for lead is the direct way to learn what your tap delivers; the median build year of 1988 is only context.

1988

Median Year Built

56%

Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)

33%

Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)

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

Over half of homes in Bulls Gap 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 Bulls Gap Homeowners

Compared with typical property prices, the remediation estimate for Bulls Gap is small in percentage terms - at or under one percent.

Median Home Value

$115,500

Est. Remediation

$1,100

Remediation as % of home value 0.9%

Estimated remediation costs in Bulls Gap can be compared with local home values. The $600–$2,300 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 48% below the Tennessee average.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Bulls Gap

56%

Homes Built Before 1986

0.001

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.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Bulls Gap, TN

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Water Quality

EPA violations, contaminant data, and water system grades

20 EPA violations

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Lead Risk

Lead levels, housing age, and pipe risk assessment

0.001 mg/L average of reported 90th-percentile lead results

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Infrastructure

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many violations are on record for water systems serving Bulls Gap?

EPA records list 20 EPA violations, including 3 health-based violations for Bulls Gap water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.

Does Bulls Gap water have lead?

The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Bulls Gap is 0.001 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 many water systems serve Bulls Gap?

Our records map 5 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Bulls Gap. The related population figure in our data is approximately 5,682 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.

How much does it cost to fix water issues in Bulls Gap?

Estimated remediation cost per household in Bulls Gap: $1,100; modeled range $600 to $2,300. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.

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