C48/100
MONTICELLO WATER & SEWER COMMISSION — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 21,000 people · Kentucky
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
KY1160291
Violations
21
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 516.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – August 29, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: June 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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 MONTICELLO WATER & SEWER COMMISSION
Is MONTICELLO WATER & SEWER COMMISSION water safe to drink?
MONTICELLO WATER & SEWER COMMISSION water receives a grade of C (48/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 21 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MONTICELLO WATER & SEWER COMMISSION detected?
69 contaminants were tested in MONTICELLO WATER & SEWER COMMISSION's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MONTICELLO WATER & SEWER COMMISSION have any EPA violations?
Yes, MONTICELLO WATER & SEWER COMMISSION has 21 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MON, TT. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does MONTICELLO WATER & SEWER COMMISSION serve?
MONTICELLO WATER & SEWER COMMISSION serves approximately 21,000 people, Kentucky.
What type of water does MONTICELLO WATER & SEWER COMMISSION provide?
MONTICELLO WATER & SEWER COMMISSION 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 KY1160291.
How does MONTICELLO WATER & SEWER COMMISSION compare to other utilities in Kentucky?
MONTICELLO WATER & SEWER COMMISSION scores 48/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Kentucky state page for a full comparison of water systems.