Fort Gay, WV: 31 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable
1 ZIP code · 4 water systems · Updated
Data: EPA SDWIS
Fort Gay Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 31 violations since 2021.
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0031 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 47% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $600 per household.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 17.43.
Water Systems Serving Fort Gay
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 4 tied to Fort Gay, WV.
Overview
We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Fort Gay, West Virginia (population ~3,841), covering 4 community water systems serving approximately 23,710 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. 7 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.
Water Sources
Fort Gay water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0031 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 16 | 1 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 12 | 1 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 6 | 1 |
| Public Notice Rule | Reporting | 6 | 1 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 6 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25514 | — | 31 | 7 | Fort Gay Water Works |
All ZIP Codes in Fort Gay
- 25514 - 31 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 Fort Gay
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 Fort Gay
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Fort Gay's Housing Stock?
With 47% 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
Buyers and renters in Fort Gay can ask a simple question of any home: was it built before 1986? The citywide median of 1982 will not answer it.
Most homes in Fort Gay 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.
Fort Gay: Remediation Cost in Perspective
This comparison puts two area-level numbers next to each other for Fort Gay, the median home value and the estimated cost of remediation, and the second works out to more than 1% but not more than 2% of the first - the moderate tier on this page's three-step scale. Individual properties can differ from that estimate in either direction.
Estimated remediation costs in Fort Gay can be compared with local home values. The estimated $300–$1,500 range is a planning estimate; get a property-specific quote and check it against your budget. Home values are 58% below the West Virginia average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Fort Gay
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 Fort Gay
Historical NFIP data for Fort Gay contains 33 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $11,862. 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 $600 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.
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