CITY REPORT VA HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 4

Free Union, VA - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

ZIP Codes

Water Systems

ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations

Zone 2

County Radon Potential (Moderate)

$418K

Median Home Value

$600

Est. Remediation (0.1% of home value)

Free Union Water: The Quick Version

Your city's water systems recorded 10 violations since 2021.
Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0101 mg/L.
Homes built before 1986: 49% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
Estimated remediation: $600 per household.
Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 11.06.

Water Systems Serving Free Union

Because water system records on this page are matched to Free Union, VA through ZIP codes rather than street addresses, the single system in the list below reflects that matching, while federal data connect 1 to the area overall. Anyone unsure which utility supplies a home can check the water bill or contact the utility directly.

Mountain Lakes Water Company
Serves ~2,304 people 10 violations

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Free Union, Virginia (population ~935), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 2,304 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. 4 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Water Sources

Free Union water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0101 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
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Microbiological	6	1
Groundwater Rule	Treatment Technique	6	1
Public Notice Rule	Reporting	4	1
E. coli	Microbiological	2	1
Chlorine	Disinfectant	2	1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code	Safety Score	Violations	Health-Based	System
22940	—	10	4	Mountain Lakes Water Company

All ZIP Codes in Free Union

22940 - 10 violations ⚠

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 Free Union

10%

Asthma (US: 9.8%)

10.2%

Diabetes (US: 10.4%)

14.3%

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% ↑

Diabetes 10.2% ↓

Mental Health 14.3% ↓

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

Key Contaminants Detected in Free Union

Revised Total Coliform Rule 6 violations

Microbiological

Indicates possible bacterial contamination

Groundwater Rule 6 violations

Treatment Technique

Public Notice Rule 4 violations

Reporting

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

How Old Is Free Union's Housing Stock?

1983

Median Build Year

49%

Built Before 1986

17%

Built Before 1970

Copper

Likely Pipe Material

With 49% 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

Lead solder was allowed in new plumbing until the 1986 federal restrictions, which is why older homes in Free Union deserve a closer look; the median build year is 1983.

1983

Median Year Built

49%

Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)

17%

Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)

Pre-1970 (17%) 1970–1986 (32%) Post-1986 (51%)

Most homes in Free Union were built after 1986; lead exposure at a tap still depends on its service line and plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Free Union: Remediation Cost in Perspective

The remediation-to-value ratio for Free Union sits at the bottom of the scale.

Median Home Value

$418,200

Est. Remediation

$600

Remediation as % of home value 0.1%

Estimated remediation costs in Free Union can be compared with local home values. The $300–$1,500 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 33% above the Virginia average.

Protecting Children from Lead in Free Union

49%

Homes Built Before 1986

0.0101

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.

A tap test is worth considering in Free Union, where area lead results average at least 10 parts per billion and 49% of homes are older than 1986.

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

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Free Union, VA

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Water Quality

EPA violations, contaminant data, and water system grades

10 EPA violations

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Lead Risk

Lead levels, housing age, and pipe risk assessment

0.0101 mg/L average of reported 90th-percentile lead results

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Air Quality

AQI data, wildfire smoke risk, mold risk, and health tips

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Infrastructure

Water system age, source indicators, and CO/gas safety

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many violations are on record for water systems serving Free Union?

EPA records list 10 EPA violations, including 4 health-based violations for Free Union water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.

Does Free Union water have lead?

The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Free Union is 0.0101 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 Free Union?

Our records map 1 water system to 1 ZIP code in Free Union. The related population figure in our data is approximately 935 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.

How much does it cost to fix water issues in Free Union?

Estimated remediation cost per household in Free Union: $600; modeled range $300 to $1,500. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.

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