Water System Report KY

Shelbyville Water & Sewer Commission

EPA ID: KY1060394 ยท 23,760 people served ยท 6 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Shelbyville Water & Sewer Commission (KY1060394): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, Shelbyville Water & Sewer Commission kept a clean EPA record - five years, no issues, 23,760 people served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

23,760
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.003 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$317K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Shelbyville Water & Sewer Commission Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$89,866
Median Household Income
66,112
Service Area Population
26%
Disadvantaged Population
52th
Poverty Percentile
47th
Energy Burden Percentile
38%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Shelbyville Water & Sewer Commission serves a community with a median household income of $89,866 and an estimated 66,112 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Shelbyville Water & Sewer 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
55th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
32th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

35 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
34 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 51% 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. 5 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 5 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†’

Comparable Water Systems

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B 0 violations
C 1 violation
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,100
Radon Mitigation $533
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $2,133

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 $2,133 (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

Shelbyville Water & Sewer Commission (EPA ID: KY1060394) is a community water system in Kentucky that serves approximately 23,760 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 6 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
0.003 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

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 Shelbyville Water & Sewer Commission (KY1060394) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shelbyville Water & Sewer Commission water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Shelbyville Water & Sewer 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 Shelbyville Water & Sewer Commission serve?

Shelbyville Water & Sewer Commission serves approximately 23,760 people across 6 ZIP codes in Kentucky.

Where does Shelbyville Water & Sewer Commission get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
174
Detections
1
Latest sample
1/23/2025
Highest analyte
PFPeA: 4.3 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFPeA 4.3 ppt โ€” โ€”

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†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Shelbyville Water & Sewer Commission meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Shelbyville Water & Sewer Commission serve?
Shelbyville Water & Sewer Commission serves approximately 23,760 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is Shelbyville Water & Sewer Commission's water source?
Shelbyville Water & Sewer Commission draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Shelbyville Water & Sewer Commission's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.003 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Shelbyville Water & Sewer Commission's service area?
The Shelbyville Water & Sewer Commission service area has a median household income of $89,866. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Shelbyville Water & Sewer Commission get its water?
Shelbyville Water & Sewer 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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Shelbyville Water and Sewer Commission: Serves 24K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ky1060394/
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