B72/100
NORTH SHELBY WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 14,660 people · Kentucky
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
KY1060324
Violations
16
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2015.
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 NORTH SHELBY WATER DISTRICT
Is NORTH SHELBY WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
NORTH SHELBY WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of B (72/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has NORTH SHELBY WATER DISTRICT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in NORTH SHELBY WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NORTH SHELBY WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, NORTH SHELBY WATER DISTRICT has 16 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does NORTH SHELBY WATER DISTRICT serve?
NORTH SHELBY WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 14,660 people, Kentucky.
What type of water does NORTH SHELBY WATER DISTRICT provide?
NORTH SHELBY WATER DISTRICT 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 KY1060324.
How does NORTH SHELBY WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Kentucky?
NORTH SHELBY WATER DISTRICT scores 72/100 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.