B76/100
BALDWIN CITY, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,882 people · Kansas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
—
System ID
KS2004510
Violations
13
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
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 BALDWIN CITY, CITY OF
Is BALDWIN CITY, CITY OF water safe to drink?
BALDWIN CITY, CITY OF water receives a grade of B (76/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BALDWIN CITY, CITY OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in BALDWIN CITY, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BALDWIN CITY, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, BALDWIN CITY, CITY OF has 13 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include RPT, MR, Other. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does BALDWIN CITY, CITY OF serve?
BALDWIN CITY, CITY OF serves approximately 4,882 people, Kansas. The system provides water to 1 community: Baldwin City.
What type of water does BALDWIN CITY, CITY OF provide?
BALDWIN CITY, CITY 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 KS2004510.
How does BALDWIN CITY, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Kansas?
BALDWIN CITY, CITY OF scores 76/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Kansas state page for a full comparison of water systems.