Frankfort, KY: 45 Violations — 62/100 (2026)
9 ZIP codes · 9 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems across Frankfort produce average compliance results for KY overall — pockets with documented violations exist, and the variation between areas makes checking the specific system serving a given address the most useful step for residents here.
How Frankfort Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Frankfort, KY
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Safety grade breakdown for Frankfort's 9 ZIP codes.
Key Facts for Frankfort Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 45 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.002 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,589 per household.
Frankfort's Water Providers
Frankfort, KY is covered by 3 major water utilities out of 9 federally tracked systems, each managing its own pipes, treatment processes, and EPA filings. What a household gets from the tap depends on which provider's system serves that address.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 9 ZIP codes in Frankfort, Kentucky (population ~51,627), covering 9 community water systems serving approximately 408,577 people region-wide.
9 of 9 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Frankfort: C (62/100)
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
Frankfort water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0020 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 9 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 30 | 9 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 20 | 9 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40601 | D | 5 | 0 | Frankfort Plant Board |
| 40602 | C | 5 | 0 | Frankfort Plant Board |
| 40603 | C | 5 | 0 | Frankfort Plant Board |
| 40604 | C | 5 | 0 | Frankfort Plant Board |
| 40618 | C | 5 | 0 | Frankfort Plant Board |
| 40619 | C | 5 | 0 | Frankfort Plant Board |
| 40620 | C | 5 | 0 | Frankfort Plant Board |
| 40621 | C | 5 | 0 | Frankfort Plant Board |
| 40622 | C | 5 | 0 | Frankfort Plant Board |
All ZIP Codes in Frankfort
- 40601 [D] — 5 violations
- 40602 [C] — 5 violations
- 40603 [C] — 5 violations
- 40604 [C] — 5 violations
- 40618 [C] — 5 violations
- 40619 [C] — 5 violations
- 40620 [C] — 5 violations
- 40621 [C] — 5 violations
- 40622 [C] — 5 violations
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's in Frankfort's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Frankfort
What does remediation cost in financial context for Frankfort homeowners? Proportionally very little — the equity share here is low, and addressing documented issues is a manageable planning question rather than a material financial burden.
Remediation costs in Frankfort are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,056–$2,067 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 34% above the Kentucky average.
Frankfort: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
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.
Lead risk in Frankfort appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Frankfort: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Flood risk in Frankfort occupies the middle ground: 1674 NFIP claims and 22% of local ZIP codes within FEMA flood zones. At that level, the risk pathways connecting flooding to water quality — treatment system stress, well infiltration, distribution backflow — become relevant considerations during significant flood events, even if day-to-day water quality is unaffected by flood history.
Frankfort has a moderate flood history with 1,674 FEMA claims averaging $16,088 per payout. 22% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,589</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
What You Can Do in Frankfort
- 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. Filters rated for Consumer Confidence Report Rule can reduce the most common contaminant found in Frankfort's water.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
Deep Dive Reports
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