F0/100
HAZARD WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 26,730 people · Kentucky
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
KY0970184
Violations
50
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – October 8, 2021Enforcement: 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 HAZARD WATER DEPARTMENT
Is HAZARD WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
HAZARD WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 50 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HAZARD WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in HAZARD WATER DEPARTMENT's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does HAZARD WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, HAZARD WATER DEPARTMENT has 50 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 21 are health-based violations.
How many people does HAZARD WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
HAZARD WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 26,730 people, Kentucky.
What type of water does HAZARD WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
HAZARD WATER DEPARTMENT 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 KY0970184.
How does HAZARD WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Kentucky?
HAZARD WATER DEPARTMENT 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.