F0/100
CYNTHIANA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,263 people · Kentucky
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
KY0490096
Violations
196
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.018 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2015.
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 CYNTHIANA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS
Is CYNTHIANA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
CYNTHIANA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 196 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CYNTHIANA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS detected?
34 contaminants were tested in CYNTHIANA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CYNTHIANA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, CYNTHIANA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS has 196 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 22 are health-based violations.
How many people does CYNTHIANA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS serve?
CYNTHIANA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS serves approximately 7,263 people, Kentucky.
What type of water does CYNTHIANA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS provide?
CYNTHIANA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is KY0490096.
How does CYNTHIANA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in Kentucky?
CYNTHIANA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS scores 0/100 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.