A83/100
VALLEY CENTER, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,419 people · Kansas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
KS2017318
Violations
14
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
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 VALLEY CENTER, CITY OF
Is VALLEY CENTER, CITY OF water safe to drink?
VALLEY CENTER, CITY OF water receives a grade of A (83/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has VALLEY CENTER, CITY OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in VALLEY CENTER, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does VALLEY CENTER, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, VALLEY CENTER, CITY OF has 14 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does VALLEY CENTER, CITY OF serve?
VALLEY CENTER, CITY OF serves approximately 7,419 people, Kansas. The system provides water to 1 community: Valley Center.
What type of water does VALLEY CENTER, CITY OF provide?
VALLEY CENTER, CITY OF 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 KS2017318.
How does VALLEY CENTER, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Kansas?
VALLEY CENTER, 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.