A81/100
BRACKEN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,456 people · Kentucky
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
KY0120039
Violations
16
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 BRACKEN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
Is BRACKEN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
BRACKEN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (81/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BRACKEN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in BRACKEN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BRACKEN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, BRACKEN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT has 16 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does BRACKEN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT serve?
BRACKEN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 6,456 people, Kentucky.
What type of water does BRACKEN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT provide?
BRACKEN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is KY0120039.
How does BRACKEN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Kentucky?
BRACKEN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT scores 81/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Kentucky state page for a full comparison of water systems.