A96/100
SHAWNEE CO RWD 4C — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 12,000 people · Kansas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
KS2017718
Violations
1
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2019.
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 4C
Is SHAWNEE CO RWD 4C water safe to drink?
SHAWNEE CO RWD 4C water receives a grade of A (96/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SHAWNEE CO RWD 4C detected?
69 contaminants were tested in SHAWNEE CO RWD 4C's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SHAWNEE CO RWD 4C have any EPA violations?
Yes, SHAWNEE CO RWD 4C has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include Other.
How many people does SHAWNEE CO RWD 4C serve?
SHAWNEE CO RWD 4C serves approximately 12,000 people, Kansas. The system provides water to 1 community: Topeka.
What type of water does SHAWNEE CO RWD 4C provide?
SHAWNEE CO RWD 4C 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 KS2017718.
How does SHAWNEE CO RWD 4C compare to other utilities in Kansas?
SHAWNEE CO RWD 4C scores 96/100 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.