F8/100
BARDWELL CITY UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,227 people · Kentucky
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
KY0200018
Violations
77
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.37 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 240.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2003.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About BARDWELL CITY UTILITIES
Is BARDWELL CITY UTILITIES water safe to drink?
BARDWELL CITY UTILITIES water receives a grade of F (8/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 77 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BARDWELL CITY UTILITIES detected?
28 contaminants were tested in BARDWELL CITY UTILITIES's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), chlorate. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BARDWELL CITY UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, BARDWELL CITY UTILITIES has 77 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2003. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does BARDWELL CITY UTILITIES serve?
BARDWELL CITY UTILITIES serves approximately 1,227 people, Kentucky.
What type of water does BARDWELL CITY UTILITIES provide?
BARDWELL CITY UTILITIES sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is KY0200018.
How does BARDWELL CITY UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Kentucky?
BARDWELL CITY UTILITIES scores 8/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Kentucky state page for a full comparison of water systems.