Tompkinsville Water Works
EPA ID: KY0860426 · 2,404 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Tompkinsville Water Works (KY0860426): 6 past health-based violations, since resolved. Since the flagged events, Tompkinsville Water Works resolved all 6 violations - compliant today, 2,404 residents served.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Tompkinsville Water Works Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Tompkinsville Water Works serves a community with a median household income of $45,388 and an estimated 8,644 residents across its service area. Approximately 46% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Tompkinsville Water Works'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.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Tompkinsville Water Works compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Fecal Coliform at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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.
System Overview
Tompkinsville Water Works (EPA ID: KY0860426) is a community water system in Kentucky that serves approximately 2,404 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 6 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 1, 2022 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2022 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2022 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Health-based | Resolved |
| August 1, 2021 | Fecal Coliform | Health-based | Resolved |
| April 1, 2021 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2021 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 5 | Yes |
| Fecal Coliform | Microbiological | 1 | Yes |
Health Risk Details
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) (EPA limit: 0.08 mg/L)
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns At-risk groups: pregnant women, long-term consumers of chlorinated water, people who frequently shower in chlorinated water.
Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, point-of-entry aeration. Find the right filter →
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.007 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.
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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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 Tompkinsville Water Works (KY0860426) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tompkinsville Water Works water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Tompkinsville Water Works; its 6 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Tompkinsville Water Works serve?
Tompkinsville Water Works serves approximately 2,404 people across 2 ZIP codes in Kentucky.
Where does Tompkinsville Water Works get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
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