Elizabethtown
Is Elizabethtown tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Elizabethtown scores 88/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Elizabethtown. We found 26 total violations (6 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
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Water Quality Impact
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Expert Advice
Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.
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Homebuyer's Perspective
Municipal water quality in Elizabethtown directly influences pipe corrosion rates and home filtration needs. The high safety score (88/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.
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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Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Elizabethtown.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elizabethtown tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Elizabethtown scores 88/100.
How many water systems serve Elizabethtown?
Elizabethtown is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Elizabethtown?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Elizabethtown.
What is the water quality score for Elizabethtown?
The water quality score for Elizabethtown is 88 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 1 system serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Elizabethtown?
The top contaminants detected in Elizabethtown include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Elizabethtown Water Quality Summary
Elizabethtown, KY receives a water quality score of 88/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.
Elizabethtown'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.
Elizabethtown's score of 88 is 23 points above the Kentucky state average of 65, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.
For households and prospective homebuyers looking at this mid-size Kentucky city, the local water supply is managed by a sole water system that delivers generally reliable quality. The utility maintains a solid, commendable rating, reflecting a consistently well-managed infrastructure. This stable performance provides consistent water quality to Elizabethtown residents, particularly given the state's broader environmental context of bluegrass areas and Appalachian regions where eastern counties are home to legacy coal mining.
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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