A83/100
SUBLETTE, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,376 people · Kansas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
KS2008103
Violations
14
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (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.
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: May 21, 2022 – February 7, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: May 21, 2022 – February 10, 2022Rule: 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 SUBLETTE, CITY OF
Is SUBLETTE, CITY OF water safe to drink?
SUBLETTE, CITY OF water receives a grade of A (83/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SUBLETTE, CITY OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in SUBLETTE, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SUBLETTE, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, SUBLETTE, CITY OF has 14 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include RPT, Other, MR.
How many people does SUBLETTE, CITY OF serve?
SUBLETTE, CITY OF serves approximately 1,376 people, Kansas. The system provides water to 1 community: Sublette.
What type of water does SUBLETTE, CITY OF provide?
SUBLETTE, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is KS2008103.
How does SUBLETTE, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Kansas?
SUBLETTE, CITY OF scores 83/100 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.