Water Quality in PAOLA, KS (66071)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 66071.
22
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
22
Monitoring / Reporting
22
Resolved
What does this mean?
22 of 22 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 22 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (22 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2022(12)
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
2021(10)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
How Does This Compare?
PAOLA (66071) has 22 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.