Horse Cave
Is Horse Cave tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Horse Cave scores 98/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 2 local systems in Horse Cave. We found 161 total violations (6 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
Live: 05:00 PM☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Horse Cave.
Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Horse Cave?
Expert Advice
Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.
Buying a Filter?
Filter or no filter for Horse Cave water? Here's what the data says.
Baby Formula Safety
What new parents in Horse Cave should know about tap water safety.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Water quality is easy to overlook when evaluating a move to Horse Cave, but it can affect plumbing longevity and appliance lifespan. The high safety score (98/100) 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.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Horse Cave
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Horse Cave.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Horse Cave tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Horse Cave scores 98/100.
How many water systems serve Horse Cave?
Horse Cave is served by 2 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Horse Cave?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Horse Cave.
What is the water quality score for Horse Cave?
The water quality score for Horse Cave is 98 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 Horse Cave?
The top contaminants detected in Horse Cave include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Horse Cave Water Quality Summary
Horse Cave, KY receives a water quality score of 98/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.
Horse Cave'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.
Horse Cave's score of 98 is 33 points above the Kentucky state average of 65, 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 Kentucky water quality rankings report →
Key Contaminants
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