White Sulphur Springs, WV - Home Safety 50/100
2 ZIP codes · 2 water systems · Updated
ZipCheckup grade for White Sulphur Springs: D.
Several federal signals point to home-safety risks in this ZIP.
Your top priority: consider a certified water filter (7 health violations on record). NSF certified filters →
Systems across White Sulphur Springs show elevated violation counts against WV benchmarks - the low safety grade reflects that ongoing compliance pattern.
How White Sulphur Springs Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS
What You Should Know About White Sulphur Springs Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 63 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.003 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $2,400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 17.39 - above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in White Sulphur Springs
With 2 utilities splitting service in White Sulphur Springs, WV, water accountability is distributed across 2 systems on the federal record.
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Overview
We track home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia (population ~5,082), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 15,910 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 2 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.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for White Sulphur Springs: D (50/100)
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
White Sulphur Springs water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0030 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
Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 2 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contaminant 0700 | Other | 12 | 1 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 8 | 1 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 8 | 1 |
| Fecal Coliform | Microbiological | 8 | 1 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 6 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24986 | D | 63 | 7 | White Sulphur Springs Water |
All ZIP Codes in White Sulphur Springs
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.
Health Outcomes in White Sulphur Springs
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
Top Contaminants in White Sulphur Springs Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for White Sulphur Springs Homeowners
The equity impact of remediation in White Sulphur Springs sits at a moderate level - real enough to plan for, within reach for most.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in White Sulphur Springs. The estimated $1,550–$3,350 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 7% below the West Virginia average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in White Sulphur Springs
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.
Lead risk in White Sulphur Springs appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Historical NFIP Claim Context in White Sulphur Springs
Historical NFIP data for White Sulphur Springs contains 126 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $38,656. 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>$2,400</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.
What You Can Do in White Sulphur Springs
- 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. Filters rated for Contaminant 0700 can reduce the most common contaminant found in White Sulphur Springs's water.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
- Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.
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