Glens Fork, KY: 2 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated
Data: EPA SDWIS
Glens Fork Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 2 violations since 2021.
- Homes built before 1986: 52% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $300 per household.
Water Systems Serving Glens Fork
Only a single entry appears in the water system list for Glens Fork, KY; federal records tie 1 to the area.
Overview
We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Glens Fork, Kentucky (population ~507), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 22,113 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.
1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation appear in the available health breakdown.
Water Sources
Glens Fork water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: reported as 0 mg/L (a reported 0 is not proof of no lead; check the source record for its reporting limit) (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 1.
The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Reporting | 2 | 1 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42741 | — | 2 | 1 | Columbia/adair Utilities District |
All ZIP Codes in Glens Fork
- 42741 - 2 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
Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.
Key Contaminants Detected in Glens Fork
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Glens Fork's Housing Stock?
With 52% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Some homes in Glens Fork predate the 1986 federal restrictions on lead in new pipe and solder, so a tap test is a reasonable step for older homes; median build year: 1985.
Over half of homes in Glens Fork were built before 1986, when federal law began restricting lead solder in drinking-water plumbing. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Glens Fork: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Low tier for Glens Fork: remediation estimated at up to 1% of what homes are worth.
Estimated remediation costs in Glens Fork can be compared with local home values. The $150–$600 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 24% below the Kentucky average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Glens Fork
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Glens Fork, KY