B62/100
HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #2 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 76,326 people · Kentucky
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
KY0470175
Violations
7
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.006 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – June 29, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 #2
Is HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #2 water safe to drink?
HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #2 water receives a grade of B (62/100), which is considered good. Out of 76 contaminants tested, 2 exceed EPA legal limits. 3 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #2 detected?
76 contaminants were tested in HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #2's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #2 have any EPA violations?
Yes, HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #2 has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #2 serve?
HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #2 serves approximately 76,326 people, Kentucky.
What type of water does HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #2 provide?
HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #2 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 KY0470175.
How does HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #2 compare to other utilities in Kentucky?
HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #2 scores 62/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Kentucky state page for a full comparison of water systems.