F0/100
BAXTER SPRINGS, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,852 people · Kansas
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
KS2002109
Violations
86
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
5
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
5
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2022 – March 31, 2022Enforcement: 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 BAXTER SPRINGS, CITY OF
Is BAXTER SPRINGS, CITY OF water safe to drink?
BAXTER SPRINGS, CITY OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 86 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BAXTER SPRINGS, CITY OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in BAXTER SPRINGS, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BAXTER SPRINGS, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, BAXTER SPRINGS, CITY OF has 86 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MCL, MR, Other. 34 are health-based violations.
How many people does BAXTER SPRINGS, CITY OF serve?
BAXTER SPRINGS, CITY OF serves approximately 3,852 people, Kansas. The system provides water to 1 community: Baxter Springs.
What type of water does BAXTER SPRINGS, CITY OF provide?
BAXTER SPRINGS, CITY OF sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is KS2002109.
How does BAXTER SPRINGS, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Kansas?
BAXTER SPRINGS, CITY OF scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Kansas state page for a full comparison of water systems.