B74/100
HENDERSON COUNTY WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 17,447 people · Kentucky
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
KY0510189
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 790.00 µg/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, 2022 – July 5, 2023Enforcement: 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 HENDERSON COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
Is HENDERSON COUNTY WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
HENDERSON COUNTY WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of B (74/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has HENDERSON COUNTY WATER DISTRICT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in HENDERSON COUNTY WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HENDERSON COUNTY WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, HENDERSON COUNTY WATER DISTRICT has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MON, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does HENDERSON COUNTY WATER DISTRICT serve?
HENDERSON COUNTY WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 17,447 people, Kentucky.
What type of water does HENDERSON COUNTY WATER DISTRICT provide?
HENDERSON COUNTY WATER DISTRICT sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is KY0510189.
How does HENDERSON COUNTY WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Kentucky?
HENDERSON COUNTY WATER DISTRICT scores 74/100 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.