A84/100
MEDICINE LODGE, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,723 people · Kansas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
KS2000702
Violations
13
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
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 31, 2022 – July 27, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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 MEDICINE LODGE, CITY OF
Is MEDICINE LODGE, CITY OF water safe to drink?
MEDICINE LODGE, CITY OF water receives a grade of A (84/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MEDICINE LODGE, CITY OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in MEDICINE LODGE, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MEDICINE LODGE, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, MEDICINE LODGE, CITY OF has 13 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does MEDICINE LODGE, CITY OF serve?
MEDICINE LODGE, CITY OF serves approximately 1,723 people, Kansas. The system provides water to 1 community: Medicine Lodge.
What type of water does MEDICINE LODGE, CITY OF provide?
MEDICINE LODGE, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is KS2000702.
How does MEDICINE LODGE, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Kansas?
MEDICINE LODGE, CITY OF scores 84/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Kansas state page for a full comparison of water systems.