A81/100
PHILLIPSBURG, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,254 people · Kansas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
KS2014706
Violations
12
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
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: February 1, 2022 – February 28, 2022Rule: Consumer Confidence 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 PHILLIPSBURG, CITY OF
Is PHILLIPSBURG, CITY OF water safe to drink?
PHILLIPSBURG, CITY OF water receives a grade of A (81/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PHILLIPSBURG, CITY OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in PHILLIPSBURG, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PHILLIPSBURG, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, PHILLIPSBURG, CITY OF has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does PHILLIPSBURG, CITY OF serve?
PHILLIPSBURG, CITY OF serves approximately 2,254 people, Kansas. The system provides water to 1 community: Phillipsburg.
What type of water does PHILLIPSBURG, CITY OF provide?
PHILLIPSBURG, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is KS2014706.
How does PHILLIPSBURG, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Kansas?
PHILLIPSBURG, CITY OF scores 81/100 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.