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Lobelville, TN: 1 Violation - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
1
Water Systems
1
ZIPs with Violations
Zone 1
Radon Risk (High)
$136K
Median Home Value
$2,400
Est. Remediation (1.8% of home value)

Key Facts for Lobelville Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 1 violation in the past 5 years.
  • Average lead level: 0.001 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 51% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $2,400 per household.
  • CDC health risk index: 17.17 - above typical levels.

Lobelville's Water Providers

Lobelville, TN draws its water from one primary utility across 1 tracked system.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Lobelville, Tennessee (population ~2,118), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 4,752 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

Lobelville water systems draw from: Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average lead level (90th percentile): 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

Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Monochloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
37097 1 0 Lobelville Water Department

All ZIP Codes in Lobelville

Data Sources

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

Lobelville Community Health Snapshot

11.4%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
16.4%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
21%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 11.4% ↑
Diabetes 16.4% ↑
Mental Health 21% ↑

Vertical line = national average. Above national · Below national

What's in Lobelville's Water?

Monochloroacetic Acid 2 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L

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

Lobelville Infrastructure Age

1985
Median Build Year
51%
Built Before 1986
19%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 51% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

Reading the housing age data for Lobelville - median build year 1985 - the overriding implication is that the plumbing materials inside a typical home here reflect pre-1986 construction standards. In practical terms, that means lead-soldered copper joints are common across much of the housing stock. Where those materials are present, water can leach lead as it moves through joints - a pathway that corrosion control treatment under federal rules is designed to reduce, though it cannot eliminate lead risk where the plumbing materials themselves contain lead.

1985
Median Year Built
51%
Pre-1986 (Lead Paint Risk)
19%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (19%) 1970–1986 (32%) Post-1986 (49%)

Over half of homes in Lobelville were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. 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 Lobelville

While Lobelville homeowners face a manageable path to remediation, the equity share sits in the moderate tier - a signal that proactive budgeting matters more here than in lower-ratio markets.

Median Home Value
$135,800
Est. Remediation
$2,400
Remediation as % of home value 1.8%

Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Lobelville. The estimated $1,600–$3,300 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 39% below the Tennessee average.

Lobelville: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

51%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.001
mg/L Avg Lead (Limit: 0.015)

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.

Pulling a tap sample fills the gap that utility data cannot close, particularly here where 51% of housing dates from the pre-rule era and citywide monitoring sits at or above the regulatory mark in Lobelville.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Lobelville: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

30
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$14,244
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Lobelville contains 30 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $14,244. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 100% 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 <strong>$2,400</strong> 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 water violations does Lobelville have?
Lobelville water systems have a total of 1 EPA violation. Violations are tracked across 1 ZIP code.
Does Lobelville water have lead?
The average 90th-percentile lead level in Lobelville is 0.001 mg/L. This is below the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How many water systems serve Lobelville?
Lobelville is served by 1 public water system across 1 ZIP code, serving approximately 2,118 people.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Lobelville?
Estimated remediation costs in Lobelville average $2,400 per household, ranging from $1,600 to $3,300. Costs include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, and flood protection.
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