CITY REPORT VA

Dunn Loring, VA: 1 Violation - Home Safety 50/100

1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Dunn Loring: D.

Several federal signals point to home-safety risks in this ZIP.

Systems across Dunn Loring show elevated violation counts against VA benchmarks - the low safety grade reflects that ongoing compliance pattern.

How Dunn Loring Compares

Dunn Loring50/100
Virginia avg75/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems
1
ZIPs with Violations
D · 50
Avg Safety Score
Zone 1
Radon Risk (High)
$1.0M
Median Home Value
$3,000
Est. Remediation (0.3% of home value)

Dunn Loring Water: The Quick Version

  • Your city's water systems recorded 1 violation in the past 5 years.
  • Average lead level: 0.0012 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 29% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $3,000 per household.
  • CDC health risk index: 9.75.

Water Systems Serving Dunn Loring

Multiple utilities divide Dunn Loring, VA's water service - 2 leading providers among 2 on the federal register.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Dunn Loring, Virginia (population ~1,781), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 1,148,747 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.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Dunn Loring: D (50/100)

Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:

Factor What It Measures
Water Quality EPA violations and compliance history
PFAS MCL Screen UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs
Radon Risk EPA radon zone classification
Annual AQI EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days

Water Sources

Dunn Loring water systems draw from: Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0012 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
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Technique 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
22027 D 1 0 Fairfax County Water Authority

All ZIP Codes in Dunn Loring

  • 22027 [D] - 1 violation

Data Sources

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

CDC Health Data for Dunn Loring

9.1%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
10.7%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
12.2%
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 9.1% ↓
Diabetes 10.7% ↑
Mental Health 12.2% ↓

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

Key Contaminants Detected in Dunn Loring

Surface Water Treatment Rule 2 violations
Treatment Technique
Pathogens may not be adequately removed

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

How Old Is Dunn Loring's Housing Stock?

1995
Median Build Year
29%
Built Before 1986
1%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

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

Congress banned lead solder in residential plumbing in 1986, drawing a clear line in housing risk by era. Dunn Loring's median build year of 1995 puts most of its residential stock on the newer side of that boundary - a profile that generally correlates with lower plumbing-sourced lead exposure across the city.

1995
Median Year Built
29%
Pre-1986 (Lead Paint Risk)
1%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (1%) 1970–1986 (28%) Post-1986 (71%)

Most homes in Dunn Loring 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.

Dunn Loring: Remediation Cost in Perspective

Because property values in Dunn Loring comfortably exceed estimated remediation costs, the equity impact here is proportionally small.

Median Home Value
$1.0M
Est. Remediation
$3,000
Remediation as % of home value 0.3%

Remediation costs in Dunn Loring are relatively low compared to home values. The $2,000–$4,100 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 232% above the Virginia average.

Protecting Children from Lead in Dunn Loring

29%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0012
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.

Confirming what flows from a specific faucet still requires a one-home draw, even where Dunn Loring averages stay clean and the pre-rule housing share holds at 29%.

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

Historical Flood-Claim Evidence for Dunn Loring

1
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$5,901
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
0%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Dunn Loring contains 1 flood insurance claim. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $5,901. 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 <strong>$3,000</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.

What You Can Do in Dunn Loring

  1. 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.
  2. Install a certified water filter. Filters rated for Surface Water Treatment Rule can reduce the most common contaminant found in Dunn Loring's water.
  3. Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
  4. Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Dunn Loring, VA

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Dunn Loring, VA?
Dunn Loring has an average Home Safety Score of 50/100 (Grade D) under model 4.0.0. The score combines EPA SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AQI, and is published only when all required domains are observed. 1 EPA violation has been recorded. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many water violations does Dunn Loring have?
Dunn Loring water systems have a total of 1 EPA violation. Violations are tracked across 1 ZIP code.
Does Dunn Loring water have lead?
The average 90th-percentile lead level in Dunn Loring is 0.0012 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 does Dunn Loring compare to Virginia average?
Dunn Loring has an average Home Safety Score of 50/100, which is below the Virginia state average of 75/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Dunn Loring?
Dunn Loring is served by 2 public water systems across 1 ZIP code, serving approximately 1,781 people.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Dunn Loring?
Estimated remediation costs in Dunn Loring average $3,000 per household, ranging from $2,000 to $4,100. Costs include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, and flood protection.
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