Is Melbourne, KY Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Melbourne, 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 Melbourne Get Its Water?
Water in Melbourne, KY is provided by 1 public water system: NORTHERN KENTUCKY WATER DISTRICT.
How Is Melbourne Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine. Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration) and granular activated carbon filtration.
What's in Melbourne Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Melbourne 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 | 0.007 µg/L | 1 ZIP | Within guideline |
| 8:2 FTS | 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 Melbourne
Current EPA monitoring data for Melbourne 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Melbourne Tap Water
Is Melbourne tap water safe to drink?
Melbourne 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 Melbourne tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Melbourne water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, 8:2 FTS. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Melbourne get its drinking water?
Melbourne receives water from one public water system, including NORTHERN KENTUCKY WATER DISTRICT.
Do I need a water filter in Melbourne?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in Melbourne. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is Melbourne tap water tested?
Public water systems in Melbourne 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 2024-01-17.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Melbourne
- 41059 - Melbourne tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving Melbourne, 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.
- NORTHERN KENTUCKY WATER DISTRICTAction advised
Also covers / overlaps with
- Alexandria CCD, KY · Township
- Newport-Fort Thomas CCD, KY · Township
- Silver Grove, KY