Water Quality in Richmond, KY
12 water systems serving 70,927 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Richmond water systems is 1.5 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 728 |
| Health-based violations | 87 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Richmond
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Richmond tap water safe to drink?
Richmond 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 Richmond, Kentucky?
Richmond has 12 public water systems serving approximately 70,927 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 1.5 ppb. There are 728 total violations on record.
Does Richmond have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 1.5 ppb across Richmond's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Richmond?
12 public water systems are registered in Richmond, Kentucky with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 70,927 people.