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Somerset, Kentucky: Is the Tap Water Safe to Drink?

2026 EPA water quality data for 3 community water systems serving 74,859+ residents. See violations, PFAS results, lead test results, and safety grades — free.

Is Somerset Tap Water Safe to Drink?

Based on the latest EPA data, Somerset tap water meets all federal drinking water standards. All 3 tested systems have received a safety grade of A or B, with no active health-based violations.

Somerset Water Quality Overview

Somerset, Kentucky is served by 3 community water systems providing water to approximately 74,859 residents. These systems draw from surface water purchased (2), surface water (1) sources. Somerset water systems have recorded 1 health-based violation in their history, though none are currently active. Including monitoring and reporting violations, there are 17 total violations on record.

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Rated A or B
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All 3 water systems in Somerset

SOMERSET WATER SERVICE A
SOMERSET, KY · 29,700 people · Surface Water ✓ No recent health violations
WESTERN PULASKI CO WATER DISTRICT A
SOMERSET, KY · 23,264 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations
SOUTHEASTERN WATER ASSOC/NELSON VALLEY A
SOMERSET, KY · 21,895 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

Looking for water quality data across the whole state? See our full Kentucky tap water safety report covering Kentucky’s EPA-regulated water systems.

Somerset Drinking Water: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Somerset, Kentucky tap water safe to drink?

Based on the latest EPA data, Somerset tap water meets all federal drinking water standards. All 3 tested systems have received a safety grade of A or B, with no active health-based violations.

How many water utilities serve Somerset, Kentucky?

3 community water systems serve Somerset, Kentucky, providing water to approximately 74,859 people. Different neighborhoods may be served by different utilities. Enter your ZIP code at the top to find your specific provider.

Does Somerset tap water have lead?

Lead in drinking water typically enters from old pipes and fixtures inside homes and buildings, not from the treatment plant. The EPA requires water systems to monitor for lead under the Lead and Copper Rule. Click any water system above to see its most recent 90th-percentile lead test results. Homes built before 1986 are most likely to have lead plumbing components.

What contaminants have been found in Somerset drinking water?

EPA violation records for Somerset water systems are listed on each utility's report page. Common regulated contaminants include disinfection byproducts (TTHMs, HAA5), coliform bacteria, nitrates, and lead. Click any utility above to see its full violation history going back 10 years.

How do I find out which water company serves my address in Somerset?

Enter your Somerset ZIP code in the search box at the top of this page. ClearWater will identify the specific water system serving your area and show you its EPA violation history, lead test results, and an overall safety grade. You can also check your water bill or your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR).