Water System Report KY

Elkhorn Water District

EPA ID: KY0370137 · 1,590 people served · 11 ZIP codes

Five clean years on EPA record — Elkhorn Water District, 1,590 residents served.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

1,590
People Served
11
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Elkhorn Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$67,125
Median Household Income
59,457
Service Area Population
30%
Disadvantaged Population
48th
Poverty Percentile
48th
Energy Burden Percentile
58%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Elkhorn Water District serves a community with a median household income of $67,125 and an estimated 59,457 residents across its service area. Approximately 58% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Elkhorn Water District's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
83th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Woodford County, Kentucky rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 83th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

47 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Unknown
Pipe Material
20 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 70% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 13 detections recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.004 ppt, PFOS: 0.004 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Kentucky

A 1 violation
Brodhead Water Works
1,613 people
0 violations
B 1 violation
Irvington Water System
1,627 people
C 0 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $600
PFAS Treatment $136
Total Estimated Cost $1,936

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,936 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Elkhorn Water District (EPA ID: KY0370137) is a community water system in Kentucky that serves approximately 1,590 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 11 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 3 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 8 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Elkhorn Water District (KY0370137) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elkhorn Water District water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Elkhorn Water District has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Elkhorn Water District serve?

Elkhorn Water District serves approximately 1,590 people across 11 ZIP codes in Kentucky.

Where does Elkhorn Water District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
176
Unknown Material
590
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,590
Reported to Kentucky

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Elkhorn Water District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Elkhorn Water District serve?
Elkhorn Water District serves approximately 1,590 people with drinking water across 11 ZIP codes.
What is Elkhorn Water District's water source?
Elkhorn Water District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Elkhorn Water District's service area?
The Elkhorn Water District service area has a median household income of $67,125. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Elkhorn Water District get its water?
Elkhorn Water District's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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