Kentucky American Water to buy troubled water system in Livingston
ROCKCASTLE COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) — A new owner could soon be in charge of water service in the city of Livingston.
It’s a story the WKYT Investigates team has been following for nearly a year and a half.
It started back in November 2024 when 65 residents in Livingston went several days without water service and without an explanation.
Homeowners later learned, the city had gotten behind on payments to Wood Creek Water District and owed the company at least six figures.
The Public Service Commission launched an investigation into the incident.
In August of 2025, Livingston put the utility up for bid.
They only received one offer, from Kentucky American Water.
Commissioners voted to move forward with the purchase, and they have entered into a formal agreement with the company.
As of October 2025, the outstanding balance owed to Wood Creek Water District is $53,920.55
City leaders say they’re waiting on a grant from the Kentucky Infrastructure Water Authority.
In documents filed with the PSC, the city also describes a substantial water leak back in July and August in which a busted water line was discovered underneath the Highway 25 bridge and was repaired with help from Kentucky American Water.
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