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Official Status: March 2026

Is Frankfort tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Frankfort scores 96/100.

Safety Score
96
out of 100

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Frankfort

Indiana

View Indiana state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Frankfort tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Frankfort scores 96/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 2 local systems in Frankfort. We found 225 total violations (4 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 05:45 PM
0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Frankfort.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Frankfort?

Requirement Status
Optional
🟢
💡

Expert Advice

Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.

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Baby Formula Safety

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Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in Frankfort, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. The high safety score (96/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.

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Compliance Record for Frankfort

225
Violations (5yr)
4
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Frankfort.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Frankfort tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Frankfort scores 96/100.

How many water systems serve Frankfort?

Frankfort is served by 2 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Frankfort?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Frankfort.

What is the water quality score for Frankfort?

The water quality score for Frankfort is 96 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 2 systems serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in Frankfort?

The top contaminants detected in Frankfort include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
96/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
2
Population
17,572

Frankfort Water Quality Summary

Frankfort, IN receives a water quality score of 96/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.

Frankfort's water quality is above the national average, with strong compliance records and low contaminant levels. Residents generally receive clean, safe tap water that meets EPA standards.

Frankfort's score of 96 is 13 points above the Indiana state average of 83, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Indiana water quality rankings report →

Key Contaminants

Lead (90th percentile)
0.0029 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Frankfort (2)

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