C46/100
EMPORIA, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 24,009 people · Kansas
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
KS2011105
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Violation related to Nitrate
When: November 1, 2024 – November 30, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Violation related to Nitrate
When: November 1, 2024 – November 30, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment 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 EMPORIA, CITY OF
Is EMPORIA, CITY OF water safe to drink?
EMPORIA, CITY OF water receives a grade of C (46/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 15 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has EMPORIA, CITY OF detected?
69 contaminants were tested in EMPORIA, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does EMPORIA, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, EMPORIA, CITY OF has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include TT, MR, MCL. 9 are health-based violations.
How many people does EMPORIA, CITY OF serve?
EMPORIA, CITY OF serves approximately 24,009 people, Kansas. The system provides water to 1 community: Emporia.
What type of water does EMPORIA, CITY OF provide?
EMPORIA, 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 KS2011105.
How does EMPORIA, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Kansas?
EMPORIA, CITY OF scores 46/100 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.