F0/100
MARION WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,039 people · Kentucky
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
KY0280267
Violations
54
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 2, 2025 – September 17, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – April 7, 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 MARION WATER DEPARTMENT
Is MARION WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
MARION WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 54 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MARION WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in MARION WATER DEPARTMENT's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does MARION WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, MARION WATER DEPARTMENT has 54 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include RPT, MCL, Other. 34 are health-based violations.
How many people does MARION WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
MARION WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 3,039 people, Kentucky.
What type of water does MARION WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
MARION 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 KY0280267.
How does MARION WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Kentucky?
MARION 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.