F0/100
DODGE CITY, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 27,104 people · Kansas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
KS2005710
Violations
50
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
strontium | 2047.10 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Enforcement: 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 DODGE CITY, CITY OF
Is DODGE CITY, CITY OF water safe to drink?
DODGE CITY, CITY OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 50 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has DODGE CITY, CITY OF detected?
66 contaminants were tested in DODGE CITY, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include strontium. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does DODGE CITY, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, DODGE CITY, CITY OF has 50 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include RPT, MCL, MR. 12 are health-based violations.
How many people does DODGE CITY, CITY OF serve?
DODGE CITY, CITY OF serves approximately 27,104 people, Kansas. The system provides water to 1 community: Dodge City.
What type of water does DODGE CITY, CITY OF provide?
DODGE CITY, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is KS2005710.
How does DODGE CITY, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Kansas?
DODGE CITY, 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.