F0/100
MARTIN WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,167 people · Kentucky
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
KY0360272
Violations
124
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
5
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
5
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2022 – June 30, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2022 – March 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
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 MARTIN WATER DEPARTMENT
Is MARTIN WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
MARTIN WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 124 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MARTIN WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in MARTIN WATER DEPARTMENT's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does MARTIN WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, MARTIN WATER DEPARTMENT has 124 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MCL, MR, Other. 42 are health-based violations.
How many people does MARTIN WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
MARTIN WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 1,167 people, Kentucky.
What type of water does MARTIN WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
MARTIN WATER DEPARTMENT 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 KY0360272.
How does MARTIN WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Kentucky?
MARTIN 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.