A93/100
OLATHE TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,015 people · Colorado
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
CO0143582
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.006 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Resolved
Violation related to Turbidity
When: March 12, 2023 – March 22, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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 OLATHE TOWN OF
Is OLATHE TOWN OF water safe to drink?
OLATHE TOWN OF water receives a grade of A (93/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has OLATHE TOWN OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in OLATHE TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does OLATHE TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, OLATHE TOWN OF has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does OLATHE TOWN OF serve?
OLATHE TOWN OF serves approximately 3,015 people, Colorado.
What type of water does OLATHE TOWN OF provide?
OLATHE TOWN OF 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 CO0143582.
How does OLATHE TOWN OF compare to other utilities in Colorado?
OLATHE TOWN OF scores 93/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Colorado state page for a full comparison of water systems.