F0/100
VALLEY FALLS, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,086 people · Kansas
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
KS2008710
Violations
37
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
5
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: April 17, 2023 – March 20, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2023 – March 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: March 1, 2022 – May 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: March 1, 2022 – May 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 VALLEY FALLS, CITY OF
Is VALLEY FALLS, CITY OF water safe to drink?
VALLEY FALLS, CITY OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 37 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has VALLEY FALLS, CITY OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in VALLEY FALLS, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does VALLEY FALLS, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, VALLEY FALLS, CITY OF has 37 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 22 are health-based violations.
How many people does VALLEY FALLS, CITY OF serve?
VALLEY FALLS, CITY OF serves approximately 1,086 people, Kansas. The system provides water to 1 community: Valley Falls.
What type of water does VALLEY FALLS, CITY OF provide?
VALLEY FALLS, CITY OF sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is KS2008710.
How does VALLEY FALLS, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Kansas?
VALLEY FALLS, CITY OF scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Kansas state page for a full comparison of water systems.