C47/100
GREAT BEND, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 14,580 people · Kansas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
KS2000911
Violations
26
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
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to conduct Level 2 Assessment
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2021 – February 25, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 GREAT BEND, CITY OF
Is GREAT BEND, CITY OF water safe to drink?
GREAT BEND, CITY OF water receives a grade of C (47/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 26 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has GREAT BEND, CITY OF detected?
66 contaminants were tested in GREAT BEND, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GREAT BEND, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, GREAT BEND, CITY OF has 26 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does GREAT BEND, CITY OF serve?
GREAT BEND, CITY OF serves approximately 14,580 people, Kansas. The system provides water to 1 community: Great Bend.
What type of water does GREAT BEND, CITY OF provide?
GREAT BEND, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is KS2000911.
How does GREAT BEND, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Kansas?
GREAT BEND, CITY OF scores 47/100 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.