Water Quality in FULTON, KY (42041)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 42041.
31
Total Violations
8
Health-Based
23
Monitoring / Reporting
28
Resolved
What does this mean?
28 of 31 violations have been resolved. 8 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 23 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (31 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jun 8, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jun 8, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jun 8, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jun 8, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 19, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 19, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(1)
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
2023(4)
Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule
12
Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule
12
Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule
12
Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule
12
How Does This Compare?
FULTON (42041) has 31 recorded violations, including 8 health-based. 3 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.