Elizabethtown
KY

Is Elizabethtown, KY Tap Water Safe to Drink?

Elizabethtown tap water meets federal Safe Drinking Water Act standards but 1 of 2 ZIP codes show detections above EPA health guidelines, primarily for PFPeA. A certified filter is recommended for households that want an additional layer of protection.

3Water systems
2ZIP codes
50%ZIPs above EPA guideline
Metro areaElizabethtown, KY
Latest data2025-09-10

Where Does Elizabethtown Get Its Water?

Water in Elizabethtown, KY is provided by 3 public water systems: HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #1, HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #2 and LARUE COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #1.

How Is Elizabethtown Tap Water Treated?

Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine and chloramines and on-site generated disinfectant. Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration) and post-ozone biofiltration.

What's in Elizabethtown Tap Water?

The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Elizabethtown public water systems. 1 of 2 ZIP codes showed detections above EPA health guidelines.

ContaminantPeak detectedEPA guidelineZIPs detectedStatus
PFPeA 0.0074 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 1 ZIP Above guideline
lithium 9 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
PFTrDA 0.007 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
11Cl-PF3OUdS 0.005 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
PFBA 0.005 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline

Health Risk Profile for Elizabethtown

Based on EPA monitoring data, 1 of 2 ZIP codes in Elizabethtown have recorded detections above EPA health guidelines. Sensitive populations such as infants, pregnant individuals, and those with weakened immune systems may benefit from an additional layer of protection such as a certified point-of-use filter.

Best Broad-Spectrum Filters for This Water Profile

This city profile includes PFAS detections, chlorine disinfection, and other dissolved contaminants. Reverse osmosis (RO) systems certified under NSF/ANSI 58 provide broad reduction coverage; for PFAS specifically, confirm NSF/ANSI P473 or equivalent PFAS reduction certification.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Elizabethtown Tap Water

Is Elizabethtown tap water safe to drink?

Elizabethtown tap water meets Safe Drinking Water Act requirements but 1 of 2 ZIP codes show contaminant levels above EPA health-based guidelines. A certified point-of-use filter adds an extra layer of protection.

What contaminants are in Elizabethtown tap water?

The most commonly detected contaminants in Elizabethtown water systems include: PFPeA, lithium, PFTrDA. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.

Where does Elizabethtown get its drinking water?

Elizabethtown receives water from 3 public water systems, including HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #1.

Do I need a water filter in Elizabethtown?

If your ZIP code is among those with detections above EPA health guidelines, choose a filter certified for the specific contaminants shown in your ZIP report. Reverse osmosis is generally the broadest option for PFAS, lithium, and many other dissolved contaminants.

How often is Elizabethtown tap water tested?

Public water systems in Elizabethtown are required by the EPA to test for regulated contaminants on schedules ranging from daily (for microbials and disinfectants) to annual or triennial (for many chemical contaminants). Results are published in annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The data on this page reflects the most recent available EPA monitoring results, with the latest sample date of 2025-09-10.

Tap water reports by ZIP in Elizabethtown

Water utilities serving Elizabethtown, KY

Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.

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