Water Quality in MANKATO, KS (66956)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 66956.
11
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
11
Monitoring / Reporting
11
Resolved
What does this mean?
11 of 11 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 11 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 (11 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 1, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 1, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 1, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 1, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2024(6)
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
2023(5)
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
How Does This Compare?
MANKATO (66956) has 11 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.
Whole House Carbon Filter
A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.
Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.