Uranium Contamination in Kentucky

ZipCheckup analyzed drinking water data across 947 ZIP codes in Kentucky for uranium contamination. 45 ZIP codes have reported uranium detections, and 45 have EPA violations on record.

The violation rate for uranium in Kentucky is 4.8% of all ZIP codes — roughly in line with the national average.

EPA Standard for Uranium

The EPA maximum contaminant level (MCL) for uranium is 30 µg/L, governed by the Radionuclides Rule. Water systems that exceed this limit must take corrective action and notify consumers.

Worst ZIP Codes for Uranium in Kentucky

These ZIP codes reported the highest uranium levels in Kentucky based on CCR reports and EPA data:

Lowest Uranium Levels in Kentucky

These ZIP codes had the lowest reported uranium detections in Kentucky:

Health Effects of Uranium

Uranium in drinking water primarily causes kidney toxicity — it's a chemical toxin before it's a radiation hazard at the levels found in water. Long-term exposure above the MCL can cause kidney damage and increased cancer risk.

How to Remove Uranium From Drinking Water

The most effective treatment for uranium removal is Reverse Osmosis or Ion Exchange. Look for filters certified under NSF 58 standards.

Check Your ZIP Code

Use the ZipCheckup water quality search to see uranium data for your specific water system in Kentucky.