B60/100
STERLING, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,318 people · Kansas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
KS2015902
Violations
16
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2025 – February 14, 2025Rule: Ground Water 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 STERLING, CITY OF
Is STERLING, CITY OF water safe to drink?
STERLING, CITY OF water receives a grade of B (60/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has STERLING, CITY OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in STERLING, CITY OF's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does STERLING, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, STERLING, CITY OF has 16 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does STERLING, CITY OF serve?
STERLING, CITY OF serves approximately 2,318 people, Kansas. The system provides water to 1 community: Sterling.
What type of water does STERLING, CITY OF provide?
STERLING, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is KS2015902.
How does STERLING, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Kansas?
STERLING, CITY OF scores 60/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Kansas state page for a full comparison of water systems.