Water Quality in OVERBROOK, KS (66524)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 66524.
44
Total Violations
14
Health-Based
30
Monitoring / Reporting
39
Resolved
What does this mean?
39 of 44 violations have been resolved. 14 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 30 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 (44 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 1, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jan 16, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jan 16, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 18, 2023 | Active | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2025(3)
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4H
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
2024(4)
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
How Does This Compare?
OVERBROOK (66524) has 44 recorded violations, including 14 health-based. 5 remain unresolved. 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.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
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.