Water Quality: Jackson, KY
3 water systems • 9,872 people served
Multiple Health Violations80
Total Violations
20
Health-Based Violations
3
Water Systems
9,872
Population Served
Water Quality Summary
Jackson has 20 health-based violations on record, meaning one or more contaminants were found above EPA-established safe levels. Contaminants involved: E. coli, TTHM, Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5). In total, 80 violations are on record for 3 water systems serving 9,872 people.
Contaminants Found
E. coli
TTHM
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
Water Systems Serving Jackson
| System Name | PWSID | Source | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BREATHITT CO WATER DISTRICT | KY0131012 | Surface Water | 5,068 | 12 |
| JACKSON MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS | KY0130208 | Surface Water | 4,704 | 50 |
| MT CARMEL HIGH BOARDING SCHOOL | KY0130949 | Groundwater | 100 | 18 |
Concerned About Your Water?
A home water filter can remove common contaminants. NSF-certified filters are tested against EPA standards.
Consider a reverse osmosis system for comprehensive filtration or a carbon filter for basic improvement.
Data Sources
Drinking water violation data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). Data includes all recorded violations for active community water systems.