D24/100
GARDNER, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 23,942 people · Kansas
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
KS2009106
Violations
33
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2019.
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 GARDNER, CITY OF
Is GARDNER, CITY OF water safe to drink?
GARDNER, CITY OF water receives a grade of D (24/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 33 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has GARDNER, CITY OF detected?
69 contaminants were tested in GARDNER, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GARDNER, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, GARDNER, CITY OF has 33 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 10 are health-based violations.
How many people does GARDNER, CITY OF serve?
GARDNER, CITY OF serves approximately 23,942 people, Kansas. The system provides water to 1 community: Gardner.
What type of water does GARDNER, CITY OF provide?
GARDNER, 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 KS2009106.
How does GARDNER, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Kansas?
GARDNER, CITY OF scores 24/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Kansas state page for a full comparison of water systems.