Barbourville Tap Water Quality Report
Barbourville's water has 1 contaminant above EPA MCLGs. Consider using a certified water filter for additional protection.
Utility
BARBOURVILLE UTILITIES
People Served
16,420
MCL Violations
0
Last Updated
Is Barbourville Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Barbourville's water has 1 contaminant above EPA health-based guidelines (MCLGs). While the water meets federal legal limits, we recommend using a certified water filter for additional protection, especially for vulnerable populations like children, pregnant women, and those with compromised immune systems.
The data below shows test results from BARBOURVILLE UTILITIES, which serves 16,420 people in the Barbourville area. Water quality testing is conducted regularly and reported to the EPA. This report was last updated 2022-04-21.
Barbourville Water Quality Test Results
Key Water Quality Metrics
Contaminants Detected
⚠️ Contaminants Above EPA MCLG (1)
Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
What is Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate?
Member of a family of synthetic compounds called phthalates that are added to polyvinyl chloride (PVC), a chemical used to improve flexibility and durability in consumer products
Health Effects
Drinking water standards for DEHP are based on potential liver toxicity and endocrine effects (impacting development and the male reproductive system), as well as an increased risk of cancer. The EPA classifies DEHP as a probable human carcinogen.
Affected Organs
Common Sources
Understanding the Data
This data comes from your local water utility testing. The bar charts compare detected levels against EPA's Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG). Contaminants above the MCLG are shown by default and may require filtration. All other tested contaminants are within safe levels and can be viewed by expanding the section above.
Recommended Water Filters for Barbourville
Based on Barbourville's water quality data, these NSF-certified filters are recommended to remove contaminants above EPA MCLGs.
Whirlpool Corporation
W11256135
NSF Certified:
Capacity
1001 gal
Filter Life
3 mo
Flow Rate
0.7 gpm
Removes 19 contaminants:
1,2 Dichlorobenzene, 1,4 Dichlorobenzene, 2,4-D, Asbestos, Atrazine +14 more
Whirlpool Corporation
W11569861
NSF Certified:
Capacity
1001 gal
Filter Life
3 mo
Flow Rate
0.52 gpm
Removes 22 contaminants:
1,2 Dichlorobenzene, 1,2,4 Trichlorobenzene, 1,4 Dichlorobenzene, 2,4-D, Asbestos +17 more
iSpring Water Systems LLC
RCC7
NSF Certified:
Daily Production
21.04 gpd
Removes 1 contaminants:
Total Dissolved Solids
iSpring Water Systems LLC
RCC7-BLK
NSF Certified:
Daily Production
25.41 gpd
Removes 9 contaminants:
Asbestos, Barium, Cadmium, Chromium (Total), Copper +4 more
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Frequently Asked Questions About Barbourville Tap Water
Barbourville's water has 1 contaminant above EPA MCLGs. While the water meets federal legal limits, we recommend using a certified water filter for additional protection, especially for vulnerable populations like children, pregnant women, and those with compromised immune systems.