Water Quality in Ottawa, KS
6 water systems serving 14,559 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Ottawa water systems is 1.5 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 193 |
| Health-based violations | 101 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Ottawa
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ottawa tap water safe to drink?
Ottawa 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 Ottawa, Kansas?
Ottawa has 6 public water systems serving approximately 14,559 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 1.5 ppb. There are 193 total violations on record.
Does Ottawa have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 1.5 ppb across Ottawa's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Ottawa?
6 public water systems are registered in Ottawa, Kansas with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 14,559 people.