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Official Status: March 2026

Is Berea tap water safe to drink?

⚠ Caution Advised
D

Use extra caution — Berea scores 46/100.

Safety Score
46
out of 100

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Berea

Kentucky

View Kentucky state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Berea tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Berea scores 46/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 0 local systems in Berea. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

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

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 Berea?

Requirement Status
Recommended
🟡
💡

Expert Advice

Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.

Buying a Filter?

Wondering if Berea tap water needs filtering? We break it down.

Baby Formula Safety

Mixing baby formula with Berea tap water? Read this first.

Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in Berea, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. With a score of 46/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.

Property Impact: Requires Mitigation

Health & Family Safety

Current records show no major contaminant spikes, making Berea a preferred choice for health-conscious families.

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Compliance Record for Berea

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berea tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Berea scores 46/100.

How many water systems serve Berea?

Berea is served by 0 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

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

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

What is the water quality score for Berea?

The water quality score for Berea is 46 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.

What are the top contaminants in Berea?

Current contaminant data for Berea is being updated. Check back soon or search your specific address for the latest results.

Water Quality Score
46/100
Grade
D
Water Systems
2
Population
24,679

Berea Water Quality Summary

Berea, KY receives a water quality score of 46/100 (Grade D) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.

Berea's water quality score is below the national average, indicating a history of EPA violations or elevated contaminant levels. Residents are encouraged to check their specific water system report and consider additional filtration.

Berea's score of 46 is 20 points below the Kentucky state average of 66, and below 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 Kentucky water quality rankings report →

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Water Systems Serving Berea (0)

Water system data coming soon for Berea.

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