Salvo, NC (27972) Home Safety Report
EPA data combined for 2 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Dare Company-cape Hatteras Water)
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 27972 in Salvo, NC contain zero recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026. This does not establish that every category was monitored or published, and it does not cover events outside that source window.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water No drinking-water violations in EPA records since 2021.
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result is below the laboratory reporting limit, not a measured zero; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- Radon EPA Zone 3 - county-level radon potential, not evidence of a low home result.
- Flood 534 cumulative NFIP claim records. This historical count is not a current property-risk verdict.
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Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: Score unavailable
Required evidence is missing. Missing values remain unknown and are not imputed or renormalized.
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Required domains
Coverage: 2 of 4 components and 1 of 3 domains observed.
Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.
Safety & Health (5) MODERATE
Your Water System
ZIP code 27972 in Salvo, North Carolina is mapped to the water system Dare Company-cape Hatteras Water (EPA ID: NC0428025). This system provides water to approximately 5,486 people from groundwater sources.
There are 2 community water systems serving this area.
Water Systems Serving This Area
| System Name | EPA ID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dare Company-cape Hatteras Water | NC0428025 | 5,486 | Groundwater |
| Dare Company-rws Water System | NC0428035 | 2,100 | Groundwater |
Other Water Quality Reports in North Carolina
- 27006 (Advance) - 9 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27007 (Ararat)
- 27009 (Belews Creek) - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 27010 (Bethania)
- 27011 (Boonville) - 25 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27012 (Clemmons) - 3 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27013 (Cleveland) - 7 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27014 (Cooleemee) - 9 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27016 (Danbury)
- 27017 (Dobson) - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27018 (East Bend) - 3 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27019 (Germanton) - 98 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27020 (Hamptonville) - 6 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27021 (King) - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27022 (Lawsonville)
- 27023 (Lewisville) - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 27024 (Lowgap)
- 27025 (Madison) - 21 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27027 (Mayodan) - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27028 (Mocksville) - 15 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 27982 (Waves) - <1 mi
- 27968 (Rodanthe) - 3 mi
- 27915 (Avon) - 14 mi
- 27978 (Stumpy Point) - 20 mi
- 27920 (Buxton) - 20 mi
- 27981 (Wanchese) - 23 mi
- 27936 (Frisco) - 24 mi
- 27959 (Nags Head) - 24 mi
- 27954 (Manteo) - 26 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 27943 (Hatteras) - 26 mi
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Dare Company-cape Hatteras Water (NC0428025) on EPA.gov.
4 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.
Environmental Hazards (11) HIGH
Home & Infrastructure (7) OK
Cost & Community (5) OK
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
Protect Your Home in Salvo
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Home & Flood Insurance
The ZIP code for this report in Salvo has 534 FEMA flood claims on record. Standard homeowner policies don't cover flood damage - make sure you're protected.
Typical cost: Flood insurance: premiums vary by property and flood zone; request a quote
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Gutter Installation & Repair
The median home in 27972 was built around 1983. Aging gutters can cause foundation damage, basement flooding, and mold - a professional assessment can prevent costly repairs.
Typical cost: Gutter installation: typically $1,000–$2,500 for a standard home
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Typical cost: Window replacement: typically $300–$800 per window installed
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 27972 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 0 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 27972 (primary system: Dare Company-cape Hatteras Water), including 0 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.
Where does 27972's water come from?
The recorded water source for Dare Company-cape Hatteras Water, a system mapped to ZIP code 27972, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 5,486 people.
How can I get my water tested in Salvo?
If Dare Company-cape Hatteras Water supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.
What is the radon risk for 27972?
27972 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 3 (low county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Dare County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
What does the NFIP claim history show for ZIP 27972?
FEMA records contain 534 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 27972; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is AE, which is claims evidence and may differ from the current FEMA map zone for a property. This is a substantial claim history, but claim count is not a count of distinct events or properties. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Salvo, NC (27972) Home Safety Report. https://zipcheckup.com/report/27972/
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Page version: October 2026.
Nearby ZIP Code Reports
Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 27972
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27982 | Waves, NC | <1 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 27968 | Rodanthe, NC | 2.7 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 27915 | Avon, NC | 14.2 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 27978 | Stumpy Point, NC | 19.7 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 27920 | Buxton, NC | 20.2 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 27981 | Wanchese, NC | 23.4 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 27936 | Frisco, NC | 23.6 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 27959 | Nags Head, NC | 24.1 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 27954 | Manteo, NC | 26.1 mi | N/A | 1 |
| 27943 | Hatteras, NC | 26.3 mi | N/A | 0 |
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