F0/100
IOLA, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,343 people · Kansas
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
KS2000103
Violations
36
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.019 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 IOLA, CITY OF
Is IOLA, CITY OF water safe to drink?
IOLA, CITY OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 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 IOLA, CITY OF detected?
51 contaminants were tested in IOLA, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does IOLA, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, IOLA, CITY OF has 36 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR, MCL, TT. 18 are health-based violations.
How many people does IOLA, CITY OF serve?
IOLA, CITY OF serves approximately 5,343 people, Kansas. The system provides water to 1 community: Iola.
What type of water does IOLA, CITY OF provide?
IOLA, 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 KS2000103.
How does IOLA, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Kansas?
IOLA, CITY OF scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Kansas state page for a full comparison of water systems.