Water Quality in Benton, KY
17 water systems serving 41,533 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Benton water systems is 1.8 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 1226 |
| Health-based violations | 42 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Benton
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Benton tap water safe to drink?
Benton tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Benton, Kentucky?
Benton has 17 public water systems serving approximately 41,533 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 1.8 ppb. There are 1226 total violations on record.
Does Benton have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 1.8 ppb across Benton's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Benton?
17 public water systems are registered in Benton, Kentucky with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 41,533 people.