CITY REPORT TN HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 3

Cumberland City, TN - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 5 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
5
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
Zone 2
County Radon Potential (Moderate)
$181K
Median Home Value
$1,100
Est. Remediation (0.6% of home value)

What You Should Know About Cumberland City Water

  • Your city's water systems recorded 7 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.001 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 54% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $1,100 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 15.25.

Who Supplies Your Water in Cumberland City

Service in Cumberland City, TN can differ by address: 5 water systems are tied to the area in federal records, and the 3 largest are listed with their violation records.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Cumberland City, Tennessee (population ~2,028), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 33,536 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

Cumberland City 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 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 Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 6 1
Consumer Confidence Rule Reporting 6 1
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Technique 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
37050 — 7 3 Erin Water Department

All ZIP Codes in Cumberland City

  • 37050 - 7 violations ⚠

Data Sources

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

Health Outcomes in Cumberland City

10.8%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
14%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
19.2%
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 10.8% ↑
Diabetes 14% ↑
Mental Health 19.2% ↑

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

Top Contaminants in Cumberland City Water

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 6 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.08 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL
Consumer Confidence Rule 6 violations
Reporting
Lead and Copper Rule 2 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 Cumberland City

1986
Median Build Year
54%
Built Before 1986
30%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 54% 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

Viewed through the lens of construction era, Cumberland City has a median build year of 1986; houses completed ahead of 1986 can hold lead-bearing solder or fittings.

1986
Median Year Built
54%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
30%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (30%) 1970–1986 (24%) Post-1986 (46%)

Over half of homes in Cumberland City 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 Cumberland City Homeowners

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

Median Home Value
$180,500
Est. Remediation
$1,100
Remediation as % of home value 0.6%

Estimated remediation costs in Cumberland City 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 19% below the Tennessee average.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Cumberland City

54%
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.

Historical NFIP Claim Context in Cumberland City

2
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$60,324
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
0%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Cumberland City contains 2 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $60,324. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 0% 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 $1,100 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many violations are on record for water systems serving Cumberland City?
EPA records list 7 EPA violations, including 3 health-based violations for Cumberland City water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Cumberland City water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Cumberland City 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 Cumberland City?
Our records map 5 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Cumberland City. The related population figure in our data is approximately 2,028 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Cumberland City?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Cumberland City: $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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