### Question
What is the definition of intractable water system?


### Answer
The definition of **intractable water system** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 300j*:

> a community water system or a noncommunity water system—


(1) that serves fewer than 1,000 individuals

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 300j*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER XII-SAFETY OF PUBLIC WATER SYSTEMS > Part E-General Provisions**

