D30/100
MAYFIELD ELECTRIC & WATER — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 12,379 people · Kentucky
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
KY0420274
Violations
64
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 308.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/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, 2021 – June 29, 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 MAYFIELD ELECTRIC & WATER
Is MAYFIELD ELECTRIC & WATER water safe to drink?
MAYFIELD ELECTRIC & WATER water receives a grade of D (30/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 64 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MAYFIELD ELECTRIC & WATER detected?
73 contaminants were tested in MAYFIELD ELECTRIC & WATER's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MAYFIELD ELECTRIC & WATER have any EPA violations?
Yes, MAYFIELD ELECTRIC & WATER has 64 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does MAYFIELD ELECTRIC & WATER serve?
MAYFIELD ELECTRIC & WATER serves approximately 12,379 people, Kentucky.
What type of water does MAYFIELD ELECTRIC & WATER provide?
MAYFIELD ELECTRIC & WATER sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is KY0420274.
How does MAYFIELD ELECTRIC & WATER compare to other utilities in Kentucky?
MAYFIELD ELECTRIC & WATER scores 30/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Kentucky state page for a full comparison of water systems.