C53/100
MT VERNON WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,951 people · Kentucky
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
KY1020299
Violations
28
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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 MT VERNON WATER WORKS
Is MT VERNON WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
MT VERNON WATER WORKS water receives a grade of C (53/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 28 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MT VERNON WATER WORKS detected?
34 contaminants were tested in MT VERNON WATER WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MT VERNON WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, MT VERNON WATER WORKS has 28 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does MT VERNON WATER WORKS serve?
MT VERNON WATER WORKS serves approximately 4,951 people, Kentucky.
What type of water does MT VERNON WATER WORKS provide?
MT VERNON WATER WORKS 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 KY1020299.
How does MT VERNON WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in Kentucky?
MT VERNON WATER WORKS scores 53/100 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.