Water Quality in Benham, KY (40807)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 40807.

Active Health Violations

1 health-based violation found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.

More violations than 36% of US ZIP codes.

Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.

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Population

Water Systems

Violations (5yr)

Health-Based

Location

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Water Systems Serving This Area (1)

Benham Water Plant

1 health-based

Surface water 855 people served

2 violations (5yr) · 1 health-based

Lead tested: 0 ppb (limit: 15 ppb) ✓

Contaminants Found

Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts RuleHealth-Based

1 violation

Has active

Public NoticeMonitoring

1 violation

Has active

Lead & Copper Levels

Lead (Pb)

Within limit

0 ppb measured Action level: 15 ppb

Sampled: Jan 2022

How Does This Compare?

Benham (40807) has more violations than 36% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 2.

Fewer violations 36th percentile More violations

Recommended Water Filters

Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.

Activated Carbon Filter

Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.

Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.