Is Junction City, KY Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Junction City, KY tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Contaminants including lithium have been detected at or below guideline thresholds.
Where Does Junction City Get Its Water?
Water in Junction City, KY is provided by 3 public water systems: DANVILLE CITY WATER WORKS, HUSTONVILLE WATER WORKS and PARKSVILLE WATER DISTRICT.
How Is Junction City Tap Water Treated?
Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration), direct filtration, granular activated carbon filtration and post-ozone biofiltration.
What's in Junction City Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Junction City public water systems. All detected levels fall at or below EPA health guidelines in this dataset.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| HFPO-DA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFBA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 6:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Junction City
Current EPA monitoring data for Junction City shows contaminant levels within guideline thresholds across all ZIP codes in this dataset. As with all public water systems, sensitive populations may choose to use a certified filter for additional peace of mind.
Best Filters for PFAS Water Profile
PFAS compounds are detected in this water supply. A reverse osmosis (RO) system or an activated-carbon filter specifically certified under NSF/ANSI P473 is required for reliable PFAS reduction. Standard pitcher and faucet filters without P473 certification do not remove PFAS.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Junction City Tap Water
Is Junction City tap water safe to drink?
Junction City tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Sensitive populations may still choose to use a certified filter as a precaution.
What contaminants are in Junction City tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Junction City water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, HFPO-DA. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Junction City get its drinking water?
Junction City receives water from 3 public water systems, including DANVILLE CITY WATER WORKS.
Do I need a water filter in Junction City?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in Junction City. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is Junction City tap water tested?
Public water systems in Junction City 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 2025-11-12.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Junction City
- 40440 - Junction City tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving Junction City, 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.
- DANVILLE CITY WATER WORKSLooks OK
- HUSTONVILLE WATER WORKSLooks OK
- PARKSVILLE WATER DISTRICTLooks OK
Also covers / overlaps with
- Danville CCD, KY · Township
- Junction City CCD, KY · Township