Water Quality in Shelbyville, KY
Shelbyville's water has 3 contaminants above health guidelines. Consider using a certified water filter for additional protection.
Utility
SHELBYVILLE WATER &
People Served
23,760
MCL Violations
0
Last Updated
Oct 30, 2023
Quick Summary
Contaminants Detected
⚠️ Contaminants Above Health Guidelines (3)
Total THMs
What is Total THMs?
Group of contaminants that form in drinking water systems when a disinfectant, typically chlorine, reacts with organic matter
Health Effects
Drinking water standards for total THMs are based on evidence of carcinogenicity in human and animal studies, as well as liver and kidney toxicity observed in animal studies. Individual THMs have been further associated with developmental, immune, spleen, and genotoxicity.
Affected Organs
Common Sources
Atrazine
What is Atrazine?
Synthetic organic compound and part of a class of herbicides called triazines, which inhibit photosynthesis
Health Effects
Drinking water standards for atrazine have been developed based on toxicity to reproductive and cardiovascular systems. Additional health protective benchmarks have been developed based on developmental toxicity and an increased risk of cancer observed in animal studies, but the EPA has not classified atrazine as a carcinogen. Elevated levels of atrazine have also been associated with cardiovascular toxicity based on animal studies.
Affected Organs
Common Sources
Fluoride
What is Fluoride?
Naturally occurring mineral in the environment and an essential element of tooth enamel
Health Effects
Elevated levels of fluoride in drinking water can lead to dental fluorosis in children, which is the discoloration and molting away of tooth enamel. Evidence on low-dose, chronic exposure to fluoride is not definitive but has been indicated as having potential neurological impacts. Studies have clearly established that long-term exposure to high doses of fluoride, higher than typically found in US drinking water, can have adverse effects on skeletal tissue (bones and teeth), which may cause higher risk of bone fractures in seniors. Skeletal fluorosis is a debilitating condition caused by high fluoride exposure during bone development in children.
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Understanding the Data
This data comes from your local water utility testing. The bar charts compare detected levels against health guidelines (HGL). Contaminants above the health guideline 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 Shelbyville
Based on Shelbyville's water quality data, these NSF-certified filters are recommended to remove contaminants above health guidelines.
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Whirlpool Corporation
EDR3RXD1B[2] [Pb] EDR3RXD1B[2] [Pb]
NSF Certified:
Capacity
2001 gal
Filter Life
7 mo
Flow Rate
0.5 gpm
Removes 17 contaminants:
1,2 Dichlorobenzene, Asbestos, Atrazine, Benzene, Carbofuran +12 more
Whirlpool Corporation
EDR3RXD1R[2] [Pb] EDR3RXD1R[2] [Pb]
NSF Certified:
Capacity
2001 gal
Filter Life
7 mo
Flow Rate
0.5 gpm
Removes 17 contaminants:
1,2 Dichlorobenzene, Asbestos, Atrazine, Benzene, Carbofuran +12 more
Sears Brands Management Corporation
P1KB1 P1KB1
NSF Certified:
Capacity
2001 gal
Filter Life
7 mo
Flow Rate
0.5 gpm
Removes 18 contaminants:
1,2 Dichlorobenzene, Asbestos, Atrazine, Benzene, Carbofuran +13 more
Sears Brands Management Corporation
P1KB2 P1KB2
NSF Certified:
Capacity
1001 gal
Filter Life
3 mo
Flow Rate
0.5 gpm
Removes 19 contaminants:
1,2 Dichlorobenzene, 1,4 Dichlorobenzene, Asbestos, Atrazine, Benzene +14 more
Frequently Asked Questions
Shelbyville's water has 3 contaminants above health guidelines. 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.