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SHAWNEE CO RWD 3C — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 2,675 people · Kansas

Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
—
System ID
KS2017717
Violations
34

Contaminant Test Results

EPA Violation History

8

Violations (last 5yr)

1

Unresolved

5

Health-Related

TIER 3Unresolved

Reporting Violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: July 2, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Resolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: April 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: January 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: October 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: July 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: April 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: May 1, 2022 – July 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: May 1, 2022 – July 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 SHAWNEE CO RWD 3C

Is SHAWNEE CO RWD 3C water safe to drink?

SHAWNEE CO RWD 3C water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 34 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has SHAWNEE CO RWD 3C detected?

1 contaminants were tested in SHAWNEE CO RWD 3C's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.

Does SHAWNEE CO RWD 3C have any EPA violations?

Yes, SHAWNEE CO RWD 3C has 34 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include RPT, MCL, MR. 24 are health-based violations.

How many people does SHAWNEE CO RWD 3C serve?

SHAWNEE CO RWD 3C serves approximately 2,675 people, Kansas. The system provides water to 1 community: Topeka.

What type of water does SHAWNEE CO RWD 3C provide?

SHAWNEE CO RWD 3C sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is KS2017717.

How does SHAWNEE CO RWD 3C compare to other utilities in Kansas?

SHAWNEE CO RWD 3C 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.

Cities Served

Topeka