C59/100
SILVER LAKE, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,337 people · Kansas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
KS2017714
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.59 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 SILVER LAKE, CITY OF
Is SILVER LAKE, CITY OF water safe to drink?
SILVER LAKE, CITY OF water receives a grade of C (59/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 9 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SILVER LAKE, CITY OF detected?
2 contaminants were tested in SILVER LAKE, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SILVER LAKE, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, SILVER LAKE, CITY OF has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR, MCL. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does SILVER LAKE, CITY OF serve?
SILVER LAKE, CITY OF serves approximately 1,337 people, Kansas. The system provides water to 1 community: Silver Lake.
What type of water does SILVER LAKE, CITY OF provide?
SILVER LAKE, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is KS2017714.
How does SILVER LAKE, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Kansas?
SILVER LAKE, CITY OF scores 59/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Kansas state page for a full comparison of water systems.