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Official Status: March 2026

Is Garnett tap water safe to drink?

⚠ Caution Advised
C

Use extra caution — Garnett scores 59/100.

Safety Score
59
out of 100

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Garnett

Kansas

View Kansas state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Garnett tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Garnett scores 59/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 0 local systems in Garnett. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 03:00 PM
0mm Precipitation

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

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 Garnett?

Requirement Status
Recommended
🟡
💡

Expert Advice

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

Buying a Filter?

Wondering if Garnett tap water needs filtering? We break it down.

Baby Formula Safety

Mixing baby formula with Garnett tap water? Read this first.

Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in Garnett, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. With a score of 59/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.

Property Impact: Requires Mitigation

Health & Family Safety

Current records show no major contaminant spikes, making Garnett a preferred choice for health-conscious families.

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Compliance Record for Garnett

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Garnett tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Garnett scores 59/100.

How many water systems serve Garnett?

Garnett is served by 0 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

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

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

What is the water quality score for Garnett?

The water quality score for Garnett is 59 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.

What are the top contaminants in Garnett?

Current contaminant data for Garnett is being updated. Check back soon or search your specific address for the latest results.

Water Quality Score
59/100
Grade
D
Water Systems
3
Population
6,504

Garnett Water Quality Summary

Garnett, KS receives a water quality score of 59/100 (Grade D) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 3 public water systems serving the area.

Garnett's water quality score is below the national average, indicating a history of EPA violations or elevated contaminant levels. Residents are encouraged to check their specific water system report and consider additional filtration.

Garnett's score of 59 is 21 points below the Kansas state average of 80, 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 →

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Water Systems Serving Garnett (0)

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