Water System Report KY

Cave Run Regional Wt Commission

EPA ID: KY0831010 ยท 25 people served ยท 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Cave Run Regional Wt Commission (KY0831010): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Over five tracked years, Cave Run Regional Wt Commission has stayed completely violation-free for its 25 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

25
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$111K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Cave Run Regional Wt Commission Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$44,720
Median Household Income
8,878
Service Area Population
87%
Disadvantaged Population
72th
Poverty Percentile
84th
Energy Burden Percentile
54%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Cave Run Regional Wt Commission serves a community with a median household income of $44,720 and an estimated 8,878 residents across its service area. Approximately 54% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 87% 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

Cave Run Regional Wt Commission'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
22th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

46 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
24 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 66% 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. 3 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 โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,100
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $300
Water Filtration $120
Total Estimated Cost $1,920

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 $1,920 (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

Cave Run Regional Wt Commission (EPA ID: KY0831010) is a community water system in Kentucky that serves approximately 25 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 5 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

No reported lead measurement appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. Absence of a reported measurement is not a measured zero.

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

Need help with your water quality?

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

Find the Right Water Filter

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 Cave Run Regional Wt Commission (KY0831010) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cave Run Regional Wt Commission water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Cave Run Regional Wt Commission 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 Cave Run Regional Wt Commission serve?

Cave Run Regional Wt Commission serves approximately 25 people across 5 ZIP codes in Kentucky.

Where does Cave Run Regional Wt Commission get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Cave Run Regional Wt Commission meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Cave Run Regional Wt Commission serve?
Cave Run Regional Wt Commission serves approximately 25 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Cave Run Regional Wt Commission's water source?
Cave Run Regional Wt Commission draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Cave Run Regional Wt Commission's service area?
The Cave Run Regional Wt Commission service area has a median household income of $44,720. EPA EJScreen data classifies 87% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Cave Run Regional Wt Commission get its water?
Cave Run Regional Wt Commission'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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APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Cave Run Regional Wt Commission Water Quality Report, KY. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ky0831010/
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