Water Quality in Olathe, KS
5 water systems serving 143,458 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Olathe water systems is 11.0 ppb (Moderate). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 79 |
| Health-based violations | 17 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Olathe
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Olathe tap water safe to drink?
Olathe 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 Olathe, Kansas?
Olathe has 5 public water systems serving approximately 143,458 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 11.0 ppb. There are 79 total violations on record.
Does Olathe have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 11.0 ppb across Olathe's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Olathe?
5 public water systems are registered in Olathe, Kansas with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 143,458 people.