F15/100
PRESTONSBURG CITY UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 26,788 people · Kentucky
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
KY0360358
Violations
38
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 550.00 µg/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 PRESTONSBURG CITY UTILITIES
Is PRESTONSBURG CITY UTILITIES water safe to drink?
PRESTONSBURG CITY UTILITIES water receives a grade of F (15/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 38 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PRESTONSBURG CITY UTILITIES detected?
69 contaminants were tested in PRESTONSBURG CITY UTILITIES's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PRESTONSBURG CITY UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, PRESTONSBURG CITY UTILITIES has 38 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MCL, MR, Other. 11 are health-based violations.
How many people does PRESTONSBURG CITY UTILITIES serve?
PRESTONSBURG CITY UTILITIES serves approximately 26,788 people, Kentucky.
What type of water does PRESTONSBURG CITY UTILITIES provide?
PRESTONSBURG CITY UTILITIES 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 KY0360358.
How does PRESTONSBURG CITY UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Kentucky?
PRESTONSBURG CITY UTILITIES scores 15/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Kentucky state page for a full comparison of water systems.