D37/100
HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #1 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 30,230 people · Kentucky
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
KY0470393
Violations
56
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2006.
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 HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #1
Is HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #1 water safe to drink?
HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #1 water receives a grade of D (37/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 56 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #1 detected?
69 contaminants were tested in HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #1's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #1 have any EPA violations?
Yes, HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #1 has 56 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2006. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #1 serve?
HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #1 serves approximately 30,230 people, Kentucky.
What type of water does HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #1 provide?
HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #1 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 KY0470393.
How does HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #1 compare to other utilities in Kentucky?
HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #1 scores 37/100 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.