Kelso, TN: 65 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable
1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated
Data: EPA SDWIS
Kelso Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 65 violations since 2021.
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0011 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 40% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 15.62.
Water Systems Serving Kelso
Service in Kelso, TN can differ by address: 3 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 Kelso, Tennessee (population ~876), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 40,104 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. The available record reports no health-based violations for this measured scope.
Water Sources
Kelso water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0011 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene | Organic | 6 | 1 |
| cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene | Organic | 6 | 1 |
| Xylenes, Total | Organic | 6 | 1 |
| Dichloromethane | Organic | 6 | 1 |
| o-Dichlorobenzene | Organic | 6 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37348 | — | 65 | 0 | Lincoln Company B.p.u. #1 |
All ZIP Codes in Kelso
- 37348 - 65 violations recorded for mapped water systems
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.
CDC Health Data for Kelso
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
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Key Contaminants Detected in Kelso
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Kelso's Housing Stock?
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
When a home in Kelso was built matters for lead because federal rules adopted in 1986 limited how much lead new plumbing could contain; the local median build year is 1997. A median sits in the middle of a range, so some homes are older and some newer, and past repairs may have changed the pipes in either group. A plumber can identify the materials inside a home, and a lab test measures what reaches the tap.
A significant portion of Kelso's housing stock predates 1970, so some homes may have older plumbing materials. Residents in older homes should consider water testing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Protecting Children from Lead in Kelso
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.
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