C41/100
HILL CITY, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,410 people · Kansas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
KS2006503
Violations
36
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: August 1, 2021 – July 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: August 1, 2021 – July 31, 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 HILL CITY, CITY OF
Is HILL CITY, CITY OF water safe to drink?
HILL CITY, CITY OF water receives a grade of C (41/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 36 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HILL CITY, CITY OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in HILL CITY, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HILL CITY, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, HILL CITY, CITY OF has 36 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does HILL CITY, CITY OF serve?
HILL CITY, CITY OF serves approximately 1,410 people, Kansas. The system provides water to 1 community: Hill City.
What type of water does HILL CITY, CITY OF provide?
HILL CITY, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is KS2006503.
How does HILL CITY, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Kansas?
HILL CITY, 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.