D32/100
GEORGETOWN MUNICIPAL WATER SERVICE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 35,714 people · Kentucky
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
KY1050157
Violations
34
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.012 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.009 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 230.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 2016.
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 GEORGETOWN MUNICIPAL WATER SERVICE
Is GEORGETOWN MUNICIPAL WATER SERVICE water safe to drink?
GEORGETOWN MUNICIPAL WATER SERVICE water receives a grade of D (32/100), which is considered poor. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 34 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has GEORGETOWN MUNICIPAL WATER SERVICE detected?
69 contaminants were tested in GEORGETOWN MUNICIPAL WATER SERVICE's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GEORGETOWN MUNICIPAL WATER SERVICE have any EPA violations?
Yes, GEORGETOWN MUNICIPAL WATER SERVICE has 34 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include MON, MR, Other. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does GEORGETOWN MUNICIPAL WATER SERVICE serve?
GEORGETOWN MUNICIPAL WATER SERVICE serves approximately 35,714 people, Kentucky.
What type of water does GEORGETOWN MUNICIPAL WATER SERVICE provide?
GEORGETOWN MUNICIPAL WATER SERVICE 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 KY1050157.
How does GEORGETOWN MUNICIPAL WATER SERVICE compare to other utilities in Kentucky?
GEORGETOWN MUNICIPAL WATER SERVICE scores 32/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Kentucky state page for a full comparison of water systems.