ZIP Code 42437 Water Quality & Testing Report
Morganfield, KY · Union County County · Updated for 2026
Is Tap Water Safe to Drink in ZIP 42437 (Morganfield, KY)?
Caution / Filtration Recommended: Tap water in ZIP code 42437 (Morganfield, KY) has compliance concerns, earning an EPA Safety Grade of C (58/100) due to 15 health violation(s) and 5.0 ppb lead. While treated by Union County Water District, residents are advised to use an NSF/ANSI 53 certified water filter for drinking and cooking.
Water Safety Grade
Fair — Some compliance concerns
Health Violations
15
Total Violations
15
Lead Risk
High
Contaminants
3
Active Water Quality Issues Detected
EPA records show 11 unresolved violations. Contact Union County Water District for current status.
About Tap Water in ZIP Code 42437
Tap water in ZIP code 42437 (Morganfield, KY) is distributed by Union County Water District (EPA ID: KY1130433), serving approximately 6,117 residents. Based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Act compliance records, this system receives a water safety grade of C with a composite quality score of 58/100.
Water System
Union County Water District
EPA ID: KY1130433
Water Source
Surface Water
Population Served
6,117 residents
County
Union County County, Kentucky
Lead Levels in ZIP 42437
EPA action level: 15 ppb | Public health goal: 0 ppb
Lead Level: 5.0 ppb — Very Low
Lead exposure risk in 42437 is rated High. EPA models estimate a 58% exposure probability based on housing and infrastructure age.
EPA model estimate based on housing age and infrastructure
Water Hardness & Mineral Content
Grains per gallon (GPG) & Parts per million (PPM / mg/L)
Water in ZIP 42437 is Hard (125 mg/L / 7.3 GPG). Residents may notice white mineral spots on glassware, reduced soap efficiency, and mineral scale on faucets and showerheads.
Grains per gallon
Parts per million CaCO3
Official EPA SDWIS Database Entry
Utility: Union County Water District · PWSID: KY1130433
Violation History
Past 5 years — EPA SDWIS data
Union County Water District has recorded 15 health-based violations out of 15 total violations over the past 5 years. 11 violations remain unresolved in EPA tracking records.
Regulatory compliance risk for this utility is rated Critical based on past reporting and enforcement records.
Contaminants Detected
Contaminants with health-based violations on record
EPA records identify 3 contaminants with health-based violations in the past 5 years: Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Consumer Confidence Report Rule.
⚖ Enforcement Actions
Water Source & Environmental Factors
Surface Water
This system draws water from lakes, rivers, or reservoirs. Surface water is treated to remove sediment, microorganisms, and chemical contaminants before reaching taps.
Moderate potential
Estimated annual flood-related costs per property
% of household income spent on energy — indicator of older infrastructure
EPA Radon Zone 2 — moderate radon potential. The EPA recommends testing your home regardless of zone designation.
Water Quality Testing in ZIP 42437
Tap Water & Well Testing Recommendations
Residents in ZIP code 42437 served by Union County Water District can test tap water or private well systems to verify water purity. Testing detects hidden contaminants before they impact family health.
Tap Water Testing Steps
- 1.Conduct a certified lead check if your home was constructed before 1986.
- 2.Use certified lab testing kits rather than uncalibrated test strips for regulated compliance.
- 3.Sample water from both your kitchen faucet and water heater to compare line purity.
Private Well Testing Steps
- •Test for Coliform bacteria and Nitrates annually.
- •Test for heavy metals, radon, and PFAS every 3 years.
- •Send samples to a state-certified drinking water laboratory recognized by Kentucky Department for Environmental Protection.
🛡 What Should You Do? — ZIP 42437 Recommendations
Some compliance concerns — take precautions
- ⚠ Use a certified NSF/ANSI 53 filter for drinking and cooking water if you have young children
- ⚠ Never give unfiltered tap water to infants in formula — use certified bottled or filtered water
- ⚠ Request a copy of the Consumer Confidence Report to see what was detected and when
- ⚠ Call the EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline: 1-800-426-4791
Recommended Water Treatment Systems:
NSF 53 Lead Pitcher Filter
Specifically certified to reduce lead and copper at the tap.
NSF 58 Under-Sink RO System
Advanced filtration for PFAS, fluoride, nitrates, and organic chemicals.
Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP 42437 Water Quality
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Data Sources & Methodology
Water quality data for ZIP code 42437 is compiled from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), EPA ECHO enforcement database, UCMR5 unregulated contaminant monitoring, and Consumer Confidence Reports filed by Union County Water District. Safety scores are composite metrics derived from violation history, lead levels, enforcement actions, and infrastructure risk indicators. Data reflects a 5-year monitoring window. Last dataset update: 2024. View EPA source data →