Lincoln, VA Water Safety: 63/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Across Lincoln, EPA compliance data for VA sits at a moderate level — not alarming, but not uniformly clean across all service areas either.
How Lincoln Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Lincoln Residents
- Estimated remediation: $1,600 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 9.74.
Lincoln's Water Providers
A single utility carries the primary residential water load in Lincoln, VA — the dominant provider across 1 federally tracked system.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Lincoln, Virginia, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 334,808 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Lincoln — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Lincoln: C (63/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Lincoln water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Lincoln
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20160 | C | LOUDOUN WATER - CENTRAL SYSTEM | 334,808 |
All ZIP Codes in Lincoln
- 20160 [C]
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
Updated daily.
Lincoln Community Health Snapshot
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Lincoln: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Flood insurance activity in Lincoln is light. NFIP data for the program's multi-decade tracking window places local flood history in low-exposure territory. For water quality, that matters: flooding can backflow into distribution systems and compromise private wells, but those risks scale with event frequency and severity, both of which remain limited here.
Lincoln has a relatively low flood history with 1 FEMA claims on record. While risk is limited, severe weather events can still impact water infrastructure.
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. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,600</strong> remediation cost per household.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
What You Can Do in Lincoln
- 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.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
Deep Dive Reports
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