Water System Report KY

West Laurel Water Assoc Inc.

EPA ID: KY0630451 ยท 14,878 people served ยท 6 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for West Laurel Water Assoc Inc. (KY0630451): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Water monitoring history at West Laurel Water Assoc Inc. shows a clean slate - EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 14,878 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

Data: EPA SDWIS

14,878
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.002 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$145K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for West Laurel Water Assoc Inc. Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$59,959
Median Household Income
85,042
Service Area Population
62%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
42%
Pre-1986 Housing

The West Laurel Water Assoc Inc. serves a community with a median household income of $59,959 and an estimated 85,042 residents across its service area. Approximately 42% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 62% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

West Laurel Water Assoc Inc.'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
43th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

37 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
33 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 53% 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. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 2 exceed state limits.

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 โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,450
PFAS Treatment $433
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $2,383

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 $2,383 (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

West Laurel Water Assoc Inc. (EPA ID: KY0630451) is a community water system in Kentucky that serves approximately 14,878 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.002 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by KY or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for West Laurel Water Assoc Inc. (KY0630451) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is West Laurel Water Assoc Inc. water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for West Laurel Water Assoc Inc. in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does West Laurel Water Assoc Inc. serve?

West Laurel Water Assoc Inc. serves approximately 14,878 people across 6 ZIP codes in Kentucky.

Where does West Laurel Water Assoc Inc. get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
116

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
West Laurel Water Assoc Inc. meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does West Laurel Water Assoc Inc. serve?
West Laurel Water Assoc Inc. serves approximately 14,878 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is West Laurel Water Assoc Inc.'s water source?
West Laurel Water Assoc Inc. draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in West Laurel Water Assoc Inc.'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.002 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of West Laurel Water Assoc Inc.'s service area?
The West Laurel Water Assoc Inc. service area has a median household income of $59,959. EPA EJScreen data classifies 62% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does West Laurel Water Assoc Inc. get its water?
West Laurel Water Assoc Inc.'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). West Laurel Water Assoc Inc., KY: Serves 15K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ky0630451/
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