Water Quality in Hays, KS
22 water systems serving 23,642 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Hays water systems is 3.9 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 1225 |
| Health-based violations | 179 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Hays
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hays tap water safe to drink?
Hays tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Hays, Kansas?
Hays has 22 public water systems serving approximately 23,642 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 3.9 ppb. There are 1225 total violations on record.
Does Hays have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 3.9 ppb across Hays's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Hays?
22 public water systems are registered in Hays, Kansas with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 23,642 people.