Water Quality in Bowling Green, KY (42171)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 42171.
Past Health-Based Violations
12 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There is also 1 monitoring/reporting violation.
More violations than 72% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
6,723
Population
6
Water Systems
13
Violations (5yr)
12
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (6)
Warren County Water District
Bowling Green Municipal Utilities
Glasgow Water Company
Edmonson Co Water District
12 health-basedGlasgow Water Co Plant #1
Smiths Grove Water Works
Contaminants Found
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Bowling Green (42171) has more violations than 72% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 13.
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.
Whole House Carbon Filter
A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.
Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 certified
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.