Baskett, KY Water Safety: 53/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems serving Baskett record elevated violation rates against KY benchmarks — residents in affected areas may want to check their local system's current compliance status.
How Baskett Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Who Supplies Your Water in Baskett
With one provider handling most of Baskett's residential supply in KY, water service accountability is concentrated in a single utility among the 1 system on record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Baskett, Kentucky, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 31,705 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Baskett — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Baskett: D (53/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Baskett water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Baskett
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42402 | D | HENDERSON WATER UTILITY/NORTH | 31,705 |
All ZIP Codes in Baskett
- 42402 [D]
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
What You Can Do in Baskett
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
- Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Baskett, KY