B78/100
KANSAS CITY PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 513,800 people · Missouri
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
MO1010415
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2019.
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 KANSAS CITY PWS
Is KANSAS CITY PWS water safe to drink?
KANSAS CITY PWS water receives a grade of B (78/100), which is considered good. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has KANSAS CITY PWS detected?
76 contaminants were tested in KANSAS CITY PWS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does KANSAS CITY PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, KANSAS CITY PWS has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include TT, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does KANSAS CITY PWS serve?
KANSAS CITY PWS serves approximately 513,800 people, Missouri. The system provides water to 1 community: Kansas City.
What type of water does KANSAS CITY PWS provide?
KANSAS CITY PWS 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 MO1010415.
How does KANSAS CITY PWS compare to other utilities in Missouri?
KANSAS CITY PWS scores 78/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Missouri state page for a full comparison of water systems.