C52/100
SHELBYVILLE WATER & SEWER COMMISSION — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 23,760 people · Kentucky
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
KY1060394
Violations
29
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 SHELBYVILLE WATER & SEWER COMMISSION
Is SHELBYVILLE WATER & SEWER COMMISSION water safe to drink?
SHELBYVILLE WATER & SEWER COMMISSION water receives a grade of C (52/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 29 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SHELBYVILLE WATER & SEWER COMMISSION detected?
69 contaminants were tested in SHELBYVILLE WATER & SEWER COMMISSION's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SHELBYVILLE WATER & SEWER COMMISSION have any EPA violations?
Yes, SHELBYVILLE WATER & SEWER COMMISSION has 29 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MON, Other, MR. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does SHELBYVILLE WATER & SEWER COMMISSION serve?
SHELBYVILLE WATER & SEWER COMMISSION serves approximately 23,760 people, Kentucky.
What type of water does SHELBYVILLE WATER & SEWER COMMISSION provide?
SHELBYVILLE 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 KY1060394.
How does SHELBYVILLE WATER & SEWER COMMISSION compare to other utilities in Kentucky?
SHELBYVILLE WATER & SEWER COMMISSION scores 52/100 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.