B71/100
MT WASHINGTON WATER COMPANY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 23,760 people · Kentucky
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
KY0150300
Violations
14
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 WASHINGTON WATER COMPANY
Is MT WASHINGTON WATER COMPANY water safe to drink?
MT WASHINGTON WATER COMPANY water receives a grade of B (71/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MT WASHINGTON WATER COMPANY detected?
69 contaminants were tested in MT WASHINGTON WATER COMPANY's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MT WASHINGTON WATER COMPANY have any EPA violations?
Yes, MT WASHINGTON WATER COMPANY has 14 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include Other, MON, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does MT WASHINGTON WATER COMPANY serve?
MT WASHINGTON WATER COMPANY serves approximately 23,760 people, Kentucky.
What type of water does MT WASHINGTON WATER COMPANY provide?
MT WASHINGTON WATER COMPANY 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 KY0150300.
How does MT WASHINGTON WATER COMPANY compare to other utilities in Kentucky?
MT WASHINGTON WATER COMPANY scores 71/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Kentucky state page for a full comparison of water systems.