C46/100
SOUTHERN MADISON WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 14,707 people · Kentucky
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
KY0760407
Violations
18
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024 – November 1, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – March 29, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 SOUTHERN MADISON WATER DISTRICT
Is SOUTHERN MADISON WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
SOUTHERN MADISON WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of C (46/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 18 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SOUTHERN MADISON WATER DISTRICT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in SOUTHERN MADISON WATER DISTRICT's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does SOUTHERN MADISON WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, SOUTHERN MADISON WATER DISTRICT has 18 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, Other, MR. 9 are health-based violations.
How many people does SOUTHERN MADISON WATER DISTRICT serve?
SOUTHERN MADISON WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 14,707 people, Kentucky.
What type of water does SOUTHERN MADISON WATER DISTRICT provide?
SOUTHERN MADISON 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 KY0760407.
How does SOUTHERN MADISON WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Kentucky?
SOUTHERN MADISON WATER DISTRICT scores 46/100 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.