D31/100
GRAVES CO WATER DIST - HARDEMAN — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,006 people · Kentucky
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
KY0420172
Violations
61
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.42 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
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 GRAVES CO WATER DIST - HARDEMAN
Is GRAVES CO WATER DIST - HARDEMAN water safe to drink?
GRAVES CO WATER DIST - HARDEMAN water receives a grade of D (31/100), which is considered poor. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 61 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has GRAVES CO WATER DIST - HARDEMAN detected?
2 contaminants were tested in GRAVES CO WATER DIST - HARDEMAN's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GRAVES CO WATER DIST - HARDEMAN have any EPA violations?
Yes, GRAVES CO WATER DIST - HARDEMAN has 61 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does GRAVES CO WATER DIST - HARDEMAN serve?
GRAVES CO WATER DIST - HARDEMAN serves approximately 1,006 people, Kentucky.
What type of water does GRAVES CO WATER DIST - HARDEMAN provide?
GRAVES CO WATER DIST - HARDEMAN sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is KY0420172.
How does GRAVES CO WATER DIST - HARDEMAN compare to other utilities in Kentucky?
GRAVES CO WATER DIST - HARDEMAN scores 31/100 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.