Bremen, KY Water Safety: 72/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Drinking water tracked for Bremen by KY authorities posts above-average scores — the majority of systems are free from health-based exceedances and the city's grade sits above the state median.
How Bremen Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Bremen Water
- Homes built before 1986: 73% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $900 per household.
Who Supplies Your Water in Bremen
As of current federal records, Bremen, KY is served primarily by one water utility among 1 tracked system. That single provider handles infrastructure investment, rate adjustments, and regulatory reporting under EPA oversight.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Bremen, Kentucky (population ~1,744), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 7,075 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Bremen — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Bremen: B (72/100)
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
Bremen water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Bremen
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42325 | B | Muhlenberg Company Water District #3 | 7,075 |
All ZIP Codes in Bremen
- 42325 [B]
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.
Housing & Infrastructure in Bremen
With 73% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
When a city's housing median build year is 1973, as in Bremen, the implication for water quality research is straightforward: municipal-level data captures what leaves the treatment plant, but household plumbing from before 1986 determines what actually arrives at the tap. In cities where older housing predominates, that gap between system-level and household-level data is widest.
Over half of homes in Bremen were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Bremen Homeowners
While no remediation project is entirely without cost, the relationship between estimated remediation and property values in Bremen is notably favorable — the equity share is small enough that the household financial perspective is one of proportionality rather than pressure, and most homeowners can treat it as routine planning rather than a significant financial event.
Remediation costs in Bremen are relatively low compared to home values. The $300–$1,600 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 8% below the Kentucky average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Bremen
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
After the federal action removing lead-bearing solder from new plumbing took effect, building practice shifted — but 73% of the Bremen inventory predates that line. With aggregate samples near or beyond 0.015 mg/L, an in-home check moves out of the optional column into the standard list.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Deep Dive Reports
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