C41/100
ELLIS, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,001 people · Kansas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
KS2005114
Violations
16
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.40 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2025 – January 31, 2025Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024 – November 8, 2024Rule: 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 ELLIS, CITY OF
Is ELLIS, CITY OF water safe to drink?
ELLIS, CITY OF water receives a grade of C (41/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 16 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ELLIS, CITY OF detected?
2 contaminants were tested in ELLIS, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ELLIS, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, ELLIS, CITY OF has 16 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, RPT, MCL. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does ELLIS, CITY OF serve?
ELLIS, CITY OF serves approximately 2,001 people, Kansas. The system provides water to 1 community: Ellis.
What type of water does ELLIS, CITY OF provide?
ELLIS, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is KS2005114.
How does ELLIS, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Kansas?
ELLIS, CITY OF scores 41/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Kansas state page for a full comparison of water systems.