Purgitsville, WV - Home Safety Score unavailable
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated
Data: EPA SDWIS
Purgitsville Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 8 violations since 2021.
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0035 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 48% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $300 per household.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 16.82.
Water Systems Serving Purgitsville
Federal drinking water data connect ZIP codes in Purgitsville, WV to a count of 1 system, and the list on this page shows one of them. A listing reflects that link, not proof of which system serves a given street.
Overview
We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Purgitsville, West Virginia (population ~922), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 1,911 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. 2 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.
Water Sources
Purgitsville water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0035 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 1.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Reporting | 6 | 1 |
| Arsenic | Inorganic | 2 | 1 |
| Total organic carbon | Disinfection Byproducts | 2 | 1 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 2 | 1 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26852 | — | 8 | 2 | Romney Water Department |
All ZIP Codes in Purgitsville
- 26852 - 8 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 Purgitsville
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 Purgitsville
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Purgitsville's Housing Stock?
With 48% 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 Purgitsville can ask a simple question of any home: was it built before 1986? The citywide median of 1983 will not answer it.
Most homes in Purgitsville 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.
Purgitsville: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Estimated remediation for Purgitsville 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 Purgitsville can be compared with local home values. The $150–$600 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 35% above the West Virginia average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Purgitsville
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.
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