Water Quality in STAFFORD, KS (67578)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 67578.
16
Total Violations
6
Health-Based
10
Monitoring / Reporting
8
Resolved
What does this mean?
8 of 16 violations have been resolved. 6 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 10 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 (16 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jul 21, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jul 21, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jul 21, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jul 21, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jul 21, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jul 21, 2023 | Active | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(4)
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2023(8)
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
20
Groundwater Rule
20
How Does This Compare?
STAFFORD (67578) has 16 recorded violations, including 6 health-based. 8 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.