Mc Quady, KY Water Safety: 53/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
A meaningful share of water systems in Mc Quady have recorded health-based violations in recent KY monitoring periods — placing the city in the lower tier for tap water safety.
How Mc Quady Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Who Supplies Your Water in Mc Quady
Mc Quady, KY draws its water from one primary utility across 1 tracked system.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Mc Quady, Kentucky, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 18,437 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Mc Quady — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Mc Quady: 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
Mc Quady water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Mc Quady
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40153 | D | HARDINSBURG RO WTP | 18,437 |
All ZIP Codes in Mc Quady
- 40153 [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 Mc Quady
- 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 Mc Quady, KY