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Water Grows Kentucky’s Economy
Reliable, scalable, high-quality water infrastructure supporting advanced manufacturing, distilling & brewing, healthcare, technology, and education.
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Infrastructure & Capacity Snapshot
- Total treatment capacity: Up to 200 million gallons daily
- Water quality: Treatment plants rank as two of the top 19 in North America for water quality (Partnership for Safe Water)
- Reliability: Distribution system ranks as one of the top in North America for quality and reliability (Partnership for Safe Water)
- Source water: Ohio River provides an abundant source
- Annual investment to maintain infrastructure
Louisville Water is a Regional Water Partner
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Jefferson County:
Louisville Water supplies water to Louisville Metro and seven surrounding counties through retail service and wholesale partnerships.
Riverport:
Louisville Water has a partnership with Louisville’s premier industrial development authority, offering businesses an abundant water supply and affordable rates.
Bullitt County:
Louisville Water partners with Bullitt and Hardin counties to supply water along the I‑65 corridor.
Hardin County:
Louisville Water partners with Bullitt and Hardin counties to supply water along the I‑65 corridor.
Nelson County:
Nelson County is a wholesale water partner for Louisville Water.
Shelby County:
Louisville Water infrastructure along I-64 supplies water to partners in Shelby and Spencer counties.
Spencer County:
Louisville Water infrastructure along I-64 supplies water to partners in Shelby and Spencer counties.
River Ridge:
Louisville Water operates the water treatment system at River Ridge Development Authority.
Industries We Support
Across the Louisville region, local manufactures, food producers, and distillers rely on Louisville Pure Tap® as a direct input in their product. These businesses demonstrate how water quality, consistency, and reliability translate from infrastructure to market-ready goods. Here’s some of the industries and companies we support.
What this means for you
- Water quality trusted at the product level
- Consistency suitable for regulated consumer-facing industries
- Proven compatibility with food, beverage, and manufacturing processes
- Reduced risk during scale-up and brand expansion
Rates & Cost Structure
- Louisville Water structures its rates to support small and large businesses.
- Proactive planning with five-and-30-year forecast investments ensure quality and reliability.
- Louisville Water promotes sustainable infrastructure maintenance to ensure high-quality, efficient water service for years to come.
Collaboration is Key
Louisville Water partners with several local economic development agencies, utilities, and state partners to ensure your business succeeds in Louisville.



Why partnering with Louisville Water works:
- Pre-development coordination with all stakeholders
- Accelerated planning support
- Dedicated project contacts

Kelley Dearing Smith
Vice President of Communications and Marketing
ksmith@louisvillewater.com
502-533-5052
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