Water Quality in Hays, KS (67601)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 67601.
Active Health Violations
3 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 91% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
24,330
Population
22
Water Systems
49
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (22)
Hays, City Of
Countryside West
Ellis Co Rwd 6
Ellis Co Rwd 1c
Ellis Co Rwd 7
Ellis Co Rwd 3
All resolvedCountryside East
Buffalo Hills Park
Country View Mobile Home Park
All resolvedDevelmtl Srvs Of Nw Ks-Airport
Ellis Co Rwd 2
Hays Suburban Estates
3 health-basedKsu Agricultural Research Center
Buster Drive Trailer Park
Bahl Mobile Home Park
El Charro Motel
The Gambler
The Ghost Rider Saloon
Schwaller Trailer Park
Cactus Motel
Wilson Lake Estates (Lincoln C
Travenol Laboratories
Contaminants Found
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Hays (67601) has more violations than 91% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 49.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Reverse Osmosis System
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.