Dickenson County, Virginia
8 ZIP codes · Avg score 62/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Monitoring figures for Dickenson County indicate average water quality overall — some ZIP codes among the 8 tracked have recorded health-based violations, while others operate cleanly, making individual ZIP-level data the most actionable reference point.
How Dickenson County Compares
How Dickenson County Compares
Dickenson County scores 4 points below the Virginia state average (66/100) and 6 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Dickenson County, Virginia
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 17.1 (asthma 11.4%, diabetes 17%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,109, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.336% avg pipe failure probability, 14% of ZIPs at high risk
55.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2023)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Dickenson County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 10 violations. Past 5 years: 18 total (18 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: $1,109
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
6,993 housing units in Dickenson 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 Dickenson County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Dickenson County, representing a small fraction of property value.
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 Dickenson 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 Dickenson County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dcpsa - Big Caney | 3,660 | 5 |
| 2 | CLINTWOOD, TOWN OF | 4,836 | 3 |
| 3 | Dcpsa - Dickenson County Regional | 2,978 | 3 |
| 4 | Dcpsa - Skeetrock | 1,090 | 3 |
| 5 | Dcpsa - Honey Camp/darwin | 700 | 3 |
6 total water systems serve Dickenson County.
All ZIP Codes in Dickenson County
8 ZIP codes tracked in Dickenson County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 24228 | Clintwood | 77 | B | 3 (3 health) | $105K |
| 2 | 24256 | Haysi | 69 | C | 2 | $100K |
| 3 | 24269 | Mc Clure | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 4 | 24603 | Big Rock | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 5 | 24628 | Maxie | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 6 | 24220 | Birchleaf | 55 | C | 0 | $110K |
| 7 | 24226 | Clinchco | 55 | C | 0 | $83K |
| 8 | 24607 | Breaks | 53 | D | 0 | $44K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Dickenson County
Four sources — EPA, NSF, FEMA, CDC — drive the match.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 55.3% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Dickenson County, Virginia
Overview
Dickenson County in Virginia covers 8 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (62/100).
2 of 8 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 3 health-based violations 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.