Roxana, KY Water Safety: 53/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Compared to KY averages, Roxana scores below the baseline — health violations appear more frequently than the norm and the city's grade reflects that ongoing shortfall.
How Roxana Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Roxana's Water Providers
Roxana, KY is covered by 2 major water utilities out of 2 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 1 ZIP code in Roxana, Kentucky (population ~25), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 6,534 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Roxana — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Roxana: 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
Roxana water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Roxana
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41848 | D | LETCHER COUNTY WATER DISTRICT | 2,673 |
All ZIP Codes in Roxana
- 41848 [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 Roxana
- 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 Roxana, KY