F0/100
SOUTHERN WATER & SEWER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 15,110 people · Kentucky
Water Source
Surface Water
County
—
System ID
KY0360026
Violations
48
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 333.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
7
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
5
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Violation related to Lead and Copper Rule
When: January 20, 2025 – March 19, 2025Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Violation related to Nitrate
When: February 1, 2024 – February 29, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Violation related to Nitrate
When: January 1, 2024 – January 31, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2024 – March 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – November 8, 2023Enforcement: 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 WATER & SEWER DISTRICT
Is SOUTHERN WATER & SEWER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
SOUTHERN WATER & SEWER DISTRICT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 48 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SOUTHERN WATER & SEWER DISTRICT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in SOUTHERN WATER & SEWER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SOUTHERN WATER & SEWER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, SOUTHERN WATER & SEWER DISTRICT has 48 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MCL, TT. 26 are health-based violations.
How many people does SOUTHERN WATER & SEWER DISTRICT serve?
SOUTHERN WATER & SEWER DISTRICT serves approximately 15,110 people, Kentucky.
What type of water does SOUTHERN WATER & SEWER DISTRICT provide?
SOUTHERN WATER & SEWER DISTRICT 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 KY0360026.
How does SOUTHERN WATER & SEWER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Kentucky?
SOUTHERN WATER & SEWER DISTRICT scores 0/100 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.