Alleghany County, Virginia
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 60/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems across Alleghany County's 6 ZIP codes produce average compliance results overall — pockets with documented violations exist, and the variation between areas makes ZIP-level lookup the most useful tool for residents here.
How Alleghany County Compares
How Alleghany County Compares
Alleghany County scores 6 points below the Virginia state average (66/100) and 8 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Alleghany County, Virginia
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.3 (asthma 10.9%, diabetes 14.8%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,215, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.43% avg pipe failure probability, 60% of ZIPs at high risk
85% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2023–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Alleghany County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 5 violations. Past 5 years: 7 total (7 health-based).
Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.
County Health Indicators vs National Average
Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Infrastructure Overview
Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.
Compound Risk Breakdown
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,215
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
5,184 housing units in Alleghany County
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).
Water Safety Affordability
How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Alleghany County
Water safety remediation is a moderate expense relative to home values. Most homeowners can address issues through staged improvements over time.
Remediation includes water filtration, lead abatement, radon mitigation, and flood protection where applicable. Source: Census ACS, EPA SDWIS.
Health Outcomes vs National Average
CDC PLACES data for Alleghany County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in Alleghany County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | City of Covington, | 5,961 | 8 |
| 2 | Clifton Forge, Town of | 3,884 | 6 |
| 3 | Selma / Low Moor / Valley Ridge | 1,884 | 6 |
| 4 | Cliftondale Park/ Wilson Creek/ Sharon | 1,860 | 6 |
| 5 | Longdale Furnace | 70 | 6 |
8 total water systems serve Alleghany County.
All ZIP Codes in Alleghany County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Alleghany County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 24448 | Iron Gate | 70 | B | 0 | $84K |
| 2 | 24445 | Hot Springs | 69 | C | 2 | $164K |
| 3 | 24422 | Clifton Forge | 59 | C | 6 (1 health) | $114K |
| 4 | 24438 | Glen Wilton | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 5 | 24457 | Low Moor | 53 | D | 0 | $125K |
| 6 | 24474 | Selma | 53 | D | 0 | $97K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Alleghany County
If FEMA records flag flood-top-risk status or EPA samples show PFAS exceedances, the matching logic lifts emergency-water and PFAS-rated filtration into the recommendations — federal data drives the order, not retailer arrangements.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 85% of homes built before 1978
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Alleghany County, Virginia
Overview
Alleghany County in Virginia covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (60/100).
2 of 6 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation have been documented.
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Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.