A86/100
GALENA, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,743 people · Kansas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
KS2002113
Violations
14
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 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 GALENA, CITY OF
Is GALENA, CITY OF water safe to drink?
GALENA, CITY OF water receives a grade of A (86/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has GALENA, CITY OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in GALENA, CITY OF's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does GALENA, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, GALENA, CITY OF has 14 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, MR, Other.
How many people does GALENA, CITY OF serve?
GALENA, CITY OF serves approximately 2,743 people, Kansas. The system provides water to 1 community: Galena.
What type of water does GALENA, CITY OF provide?
GALENA, CITY OF sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is KS2002113.
How does GALENA, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Kansas?
GALENA, CITY OF scores 86/100 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.