CITY REPORT WV

Amma, WV Home Safety Data by ZIP

1 ZIP code · 0 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
0
Water Systems
N/A
ZIPs with Violations
Zone 2
Radon Risk (Moderate)
$142K
Median Home Value
$2,900
Est. Remediation (2.1% of home value)

Key Facts for Amma Residents

  • Homes built before 1986: 33% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $2,900 per household.
  • CDC health risk index: 18.62 - above typical levels.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Amma, West Virginia, covering 0 community water system serving approximately 246 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 0 of 1 ZIP codes.

EPA water-system violation data is unavailable in the dataset used for this page for the tracked ZIP codes in Amma.

Lead & Copper

  • Lead data: not yet available for Amma
  • Lead action-level status: not available

Radon Risk

Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

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

All ZIP Codes in Amma

Data Sources

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

Amma Community Health Snapshot

12.6%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
19.4%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
21.8%
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 12.6% ↑
Diabetes 19.4% ↑
Mental Health 21.8% ↑

Vertical line = national average. Above national · Below national

Amma Infrastructure Age

1994
Median Build Year
33%
Built Before 1986
8%
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

With a median build year of 1994, Amma's housing stock reflects a city built across multiple eras. A substantial share of homes predate 1986 - the year lead solder in plumbing was federally banned - meaning the risk from plumbing materials is unevenly distributed across the city's neighborhoods and property types.

1994
Median Year Built
33%
Pre-1986 (Lead Paint Risk)
8%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (8%) 1970–1986 (25%) Post-1986 (67%)

Most homes in Amma 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.

How Remediation Costs Compare in Amma

Given current Amma property values, the remediation-to-equity ratio falls in the elevated tier - deliberate financial planning is a meaningful factor in how homeowners approach the documented water and safety issues on record here.

Median Home Value
$141,800
Est. Remediation
$2,900
Remediation as % of home value 2.1%

At 2.1% of home value, remediation costs in Amma represent a significant financial burden. For homes valued near the median, fixing water and safety issues could cost $1,800–$4,800. Home values here are 6% above the West Virginia average.

Amma: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

33%
Homes Built Before 1986

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.

Even where utility-side monitoring meets Lead and Copper Rule requirements, the 33% pre-rule share in Amma keeps interior-plumbing variation as a household-level question that aggregate data cannot resolve.

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

Amma: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

9
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$73,386
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Amma contains 9 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $73,386. 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>$2,900</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 much does it cost to fix water issues in Amma?
Estimated remediation costs in Amma average $2,900 per household, ranging from $1,800 to $4,800. Costs include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, and flood protection.
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Page version: August 2026.

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