Warrenton, VA: 1 Violation - Home Safety 67/100
3 ZIP codes · 5 water systems · Updated
ZipCheckup grade for Warrenton: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
Warrenton earns a C grade for VA; check the EPA record for the system that serves your address.
How Warrenton Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS
Warrenton Water: The Quick Version
- Water systems mapped to your city have 1 violation on record since 2021.
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0053 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 46% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $550 per household.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 12.14.
Water Systems Serving Warrenton
Because each listed system has its own federal record, violations at one of the 3 shown below do not apply to the others among the 5 tied to Warrenton, VA.
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Overview
We track home safety data for 3 ZIP codes in Warrenton, Virginia, covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 34,861 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 2 of 3 ZIP codes.
1 of 2 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (50%) have recorded EPA violations. The available record reports no health-based violations for this measured scope.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Warrenton: C (67/100)
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
Warrenton water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0053 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 2 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
3 of 3 ZIP records with known zones are 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 | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20187 | C | 1 | 0 | Warrenton, Town of |
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20186 | C | Warrenton, Town of | 11,801 |
All ZIP Codes in Warrenton
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 Warrenton
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 Warrenton
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Warrenton's Housing Stock?
With 46% 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
1982 is the median build year in Warrenton, and the age breakdown below shows how much of the housing predates 1986.
Most homes in Warrenton 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.
Warrenton: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Estimated remediation for Warrenton is a small fraction of median property value - one percent or less - though the ratio does not describe any single household.
Estimated remediation costs in Warrenton can be compared with local home values. The $350–$800 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 92% above the Virginia average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Warrenton
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.
Historical Flood-Claim Evidence for Warrenton
Historical NFIP data for Warrenton contains 19 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $7,743. 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 $550 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 Warrenton
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages - your tap may differ. Check the certification, price and turnaround time of any water test kit or lab service.
- Install a certified water filter. For Revised Total Coliform Rule, listed in the water-quality records for Warrenton: if it is a rule or reporting requirement rather than a contaminant, ask your utility what the record involved; for bacteria, follow any boil-water notice from your utility; for a specific chemical contaminant, check whether a filter is certified to reduce it. Not every contaminant has a consumer filter certification.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 46% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
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