A87/100
COWLEY CO RWD 1 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,500 people · Kansas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
KS2003507
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.70 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 COWLEY CO RWD 1
Is COWLEY CO RWD 1 water safe to drink?
COWLEY CO RWD 1 water receives a grade of A (87/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 2 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has COWLEY CO RWD 1 detected?
2 contaminants were tested in COWLEY CO RWD 1's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does COWLEY CO RWD 1 have any EPA violations?
Yes, COWLEY CO RWD 1 has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR, MON, Other.
How many people does COWLEY CO RWD 1 serve?
COWLEY CO RWD 1 serves approximately 1,500 people, Kansas. The system provides water to 1 community: Arkansas City.
What type of water does COWLEY CO RWD 1 provide?
COWLEY CO RWD 1 sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is KS2003507.
How does COWLEY CO RWD 1 compare to other utilities in Kansas?
COWLEY CO RWD 1 scores 87/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Kansas state page for a full comparison of water systems.