B72/100
WESTERN PULASKI CO WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 23,264 people · Kentucky
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
KY1000363
Violations
14
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 264.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – February 25, 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 WESTERN PULASKI CO WATER DISTRICT
Is WESTERN PULASKI CO WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
WESTERN PULASKI CO WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of B (72/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has WESTERN PULASKI CO WATER DISTRICT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in WESTERN PULASKI CO WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WESTERN PULASKI CO WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, WESTERN PULASKI CO WATER DISTRICT has 14 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does WESTERN PULASKI CO WATER DISTRICT serve?
WESTERN PULASKI CO WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 23,264 people, Kentucky.
What type of water does WESTERN PULASKI CO WATER DISTRICT provide?
WESTERN PULASKI CO 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 KY1000363.
How does WESTERN PULASKI CO WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Kentucky?
WESTERN PULASKI CO 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.