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Official Status: March 2026

Is Derby tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
B

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 76/100.

Safety Score
76
out of 100

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Derby

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Is Derby tap water safe to drink?

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 76/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Derby. We found 75 total violations (18 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 10:00 PM
0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Derby.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Derby?

Requirement Status
Recommended
🟡
💡

Expert Advice

Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.

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Homebuyer's Perspective

Evaluating water infrastructure in Derby protects plumbing and helps estimate water heater longevity. With a score of 76/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.

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Compliance Record for Derby

75
Violations (5yr)
18
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Derby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Derby tap water safe to drink?

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 76/100.

How many water systems serve Derby?

Derby is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Derby?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Derby.

What is the water quality score for Derby?

The water quality score for Derby is 76 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 1 system serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in Derby?

The top contaminants detected in Derby include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
76/100
Grade
B
Water Systems
1
Population
25,413

Derby Water Quality Summary

Derby, KS receives a water quality score of 76/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Derby's water quality is near the national average. While most systems meet EPA standards, some violations have been recorded. Residents may wish to review their specific water system's report for contaminant details.

Derby's score of 76 is 2 points below the Kansas state average of 78, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Kansas water quality rankings report →

Key Contaminants

Lead (90th percentile)
0.0013 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Derby (1)

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