B66/100
MARION COUNTY WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 16,311 people · Kentucky
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
—
System ID
KY0780268
Violations
11
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 343.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2015.
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 MARION COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
Is MARION COUNTY WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
MARION COUNTY WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of B (66/100), 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 MARION COUNTY WATER DISTRICT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in MARION COUNTY WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MARION COUNTY WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, MARION COUNTY WATER DISTRICT has 11 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include MCL, MR, Other. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does MARION COUNTY WATER DISTRICT serve?
MARION COUNTY WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 16,311 people, Kentucky.
What type of water does MARION COUNTY WATER DISTRICT provide?
MARION 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 KY0780268.
How does MARION COUNTY WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Kentucky?
MARION COUNTY WATER DISTRICT scores 66/100 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.