C56/100
JEFFERSON CO RWD 3 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,435 people · Kansas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
KS2008708
Violations
25
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
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 JEFFERSON CO RWD 3
Is JEFFERSON CO RWD 3 water safe to drink?
JEFFERSON CO RWD 3 water receives a grade of C (56/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 25 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has JEFFERSON CO RWD 3 detected?
1 contaminants were tested in JEFFERSON CO RWD 3's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does JEFFERSON CO RWD 3 have any EPA violations?
Yes, JEFFERSON CO RWD 3 has 25 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR, Other, TT. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does JEFFERSON CO RWD 3 serve?
JEFFERSON CO RWD 3 serves approximately 2,435 people, Kansas. The system provides water to 1 community: Valley Falls.
What type of water does JEFFERSON CO RWD 3 provide?
JEFFERSON CO RWD 3 sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is KS2008708.
How does JEFFERSON CO RWD 3 compare to other utilities in Kansas?
JEFFERSON CO RWD 3 scores 56/100 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.