CITY REPORT TN HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 2

Dover, TN: 8 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 4 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
4
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
Zone 2
County Radon Potential (Moderate)
$197K
Median Home Value
$800
Est. Remediation (0.4% of home value)

Key Facts for Dover Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 8 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.001 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 52% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $800 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 15.25.

Dover's Water Providers

The 3 largest of 4 systems connected with Dover, TN are listed below.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Dover, Tennessee (population ~7,369), covering 4 community water systems serving approximately 19,282 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. 2 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Water Sources

Dover water systems draw from: 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
Consumer Confidence Rule Reporting 4 1
Public Notice Rule Reporting 4 1
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 2 1
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 2 1
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Technique 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
37058 — 8 2 North Stewart Utility District

All ZIP Codes in Dover

  • 37058 - 8 violations ⚠

Data Sources

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

Dover Community Health Snapshot

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

What's in Dover's Water?

Consumer Confidence Rule 4 violations
Reporting
Public Notice Rule 4 violations
Reporting
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 2 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

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

Dover Infrastructure Age

1985
Median Build Year
52%
Built Before 1986
23%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 52% 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

Pre-1986 homes make up a large part of Dover's housing; median build year 1985.

1985
Median Year Built
52%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
23%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (23%) 1970–1986 (29%) Post-1986 (48%)

Over half of homes in Dover 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.

How Remediation Costs Compare in Dover

Relative to home values, Dover remediation estimates run low.

Median Home Value
$197,300
Est. Remediation
$800
Remediation as % of home value 0.4%

Estimated remediation costs in Dover can be compared with local home values. The $450–$1,400 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 12% below the Tennessee average.

Dover: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

52%
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.

Dover: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

7
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$52,242
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
0%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Dover contains 7 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $52,242. 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 $800 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 Dover?
EPA records list 8 EPA violations, including 2 health-based violations for Dover water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Dover water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Dover 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 Dover?
Our records map 4 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Dover. The related population figure in our data is approximately 7,369 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Dover?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Dover: $800; modeled range $450 to $1,400. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Dover, TN: 8 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable. https://zipcheckup.com/cities/tn/dover/
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