A93/100
PITTSBURG, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 20,738 people · Kansas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
KS2003705
Violations
4
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)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
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 PITTSBURG, CITY OF
Is PITTSBURG, CITY OF water safe to drink?
PITTSBURG, CITY OF water receives a grade of A (93/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PITTSBURG, CITY OF detected?
66 contaminants were tested in PITTSBURG, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PITTSBURG, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, PITTSBURG, CITY OF has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include RPT, Other, MR.
How many people does PITTSBURG, CITY OF serve?
PITTSBURG, CITY OF serves approximately 20,738 people, Kansas. The system provides water to 1 community: Pittsburg.
What type of water does PITTSBURG, CITY OF provide?
PITTSBURG, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is KS2003705.
How does PITTSBURG, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Kansas?
PITTSBURG, CITY OF scores 93/100 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.