Water Quality in Columbia, KY
4 water systems serving 22,448 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Columbia water systems is 11.0 ppb (Moderate). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 134 |
| Health-based violations | 73 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Columbia
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Columbia tap water safe to drink?
Columbia 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 Columbia, Kentucky?
Columbia has 4 public water systems serving approximately 22,448 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 11.0 ppb. There are 134 total violations on record.
Does Columbia have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 11.0 ppb across Columbia's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Columbia?
4 public water systems are registered in Columbia, Kentucky with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 22,448 people.