Deer Lodge, TN Water Safety: 53/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems serving Deer Lodge record elevated violation rates against TN benchmarks — residents in affected areas may want to check their local system's current compliance status.
How Deer Lodge Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Deer Lodge Water
- Homes built before 1986: 19% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $900 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 16.4 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Deer Lodge
The structure of water supply in Deer Lodge, TN is straightforward: one utility provides the bulk of residential service among 1 tracked system, concentrating rate-setting and infrastructure decisions under a single organization.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Deer Lodge, Tennessee (population ~2,313), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 4,058 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Deer Lodge — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Deer Lodge: D (53/100)
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
Deer Lodge water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Deer Lodge
- 0 ZIP codes 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37726 | D | ALLARDT WATER WORKS | 4,058 |
All ZIP Codes in Deer Lodge
- 37726 [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 Deer Lodge
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 Deer Lodge
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
Compared to many older metro areas, Deer Lodge carries a relatively newer housing profile — the median build year of 2008 places most of the stock in the post-1986 era when lead solder was federally banned from new plumbing. That shift meaningfully reduces the baseline likelihood of lead leaching from copper joint solder. Homes from before 1986 do still exist in the mix, however, and individual testing remains the only way to confirm what a specific tap actually delivers.
Most homes in Deer Lodge 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 Deer Lodge Homeowners
In Deer Lodge, the equity impact of remediation is proportionally small — not the kind of financial commitment that rises to the level of a genuine planning constraint, but a minor share of what most properties here are worth.
Remediation costs in Deer Lodge are relatively low compared to home values. The $300–$1,600 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 26% below the Tennessee average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Deer Lodge
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.
Whenever aggregate samples pass the federal action benchmark and pre-rule housing — 19% in Deer Lodge — represents a smaller fraction, lead occupies a lower priority on the local picture.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
What You Can Do in Deer Lodge
- 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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