Reynolds Station, KY: 6 Violations - Home Safety 64/100
1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated
ZipCheckup grade for Reynolds Station: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
Reynolds Station's water quality grade in KY reflects a middle-ground assessment - service areas range from fully compliant to violation-flagged in current EPA records.
How Reynolds Station Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS
What You Should Know About Reynolds Station Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 6 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0036 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 36% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,000 per household.
Who Supplies Your Water in Reynolds Station
3 water utilities share the residential service territory in Reynolds Station, KY - out of 3 total systems in federal records.
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Overview
We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Reynolds Station, Kentucky (population ~932), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 29,435 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. 4 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Reynolds Station: C (64/100)
Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| PFAS MCL Screen | UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
| Annual AQI | EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days |
Water Sources
Reynolds Station water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0036 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status 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.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 8 | 1 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 2 | 1 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42368 | C | 6 | 4 | E Daviess Company Water Assoc Inc. |
All ZIP Codes in Reynolds Station
- 42368 [C] - 6 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.
Top Contaminants in Reynolds Station Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Housing & Infrastructure in Reynolds Station
Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
For a city with a median build year of 1996, Reynolds Station carries a housing profile that straddles the 1986 federal ban on lead solder in plumbing. Neither predominantly new nor predominantly old, the stock presents a moderate aggregate risk environment - with individual risk varying sharply depending on when and where a specific home was built.
Most homes in Reynolds Station were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Reynolds Station Homeowners
Within the Reynolds Station market, estimated remediation claims a small portion of typical property equity - the financial burden is proportionally low.
Remediation costs in Reynolds Station are relatively low compared to home values. The $400–$1,600 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 11% below the Kentucky average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Reynolds Station
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.
Locally, 36% of Reynolds Station homes carry interior plumbing from the era when lead solder was still permitted in new builds, and citywide monitoring approaches or crosses the EPA action benchmark. Households can find a draw-test kit and certified filtration through verified retailers.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
What You Can Do in Reynolds Station
- 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 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) can reduce the most common contaminant found in Reynolds Station's water.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 36% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
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