CITY REPORT KS HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 5

Geneseo, KS: 7 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
Zone 1
County Radon Potential (High)
$55K
Median Home Value
$600
Est. Remediation (1.1% of home value)

Key Facts for Geneseo Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 7 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0042 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 85% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $600 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 13.52.

Geneseo's Water Providers

Sorted by reported population served, the top 2 of 2 public water systems mapped to Geneseo, KS appear below, each with its own federal compliance record.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Geneseo, Kansas (population ~604), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 4,028 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 5 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Water Sources

Geneseo water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0042 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 1.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 8 1
Total organic carbon Disinfection Byproducts 2 1
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Technique 2 1
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Technique 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
67444 — 7 5 Ellsworth Company Rwd 1

All ZIP Codes in Geneseo

  • 67444 - 7 violations ⚠

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Geneseo Community Health Snapshot

9.9%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
11.9%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
16.1%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 9.9% ↑
Diabetes 11.9% ↑
Mental Health 16.1% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

What's in Geneseo's Water?

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 8 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.08 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL
Total organic carbon 2 violations
Disinfection Byproducts
Lead and Copper Rule 2 violations
Treatment Technique
Developmental delays in children, kidney damage

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

Geneseo Infrastructure Age

1951
Median Build Year
85%
Built Before 1986
66%
Built Before 1970
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 85% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

Viewed through the lens of construction era, Geneseo has a median build year of 1951; houses completed ahead of 1986 can hold lead-bearing solder or fittings.

1951
Median Year Built
85%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
66%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (66%) 1970–1986 (19%) Post-1986 (15%)

Over half of homes in Geneseo were built before 1986, when federal law began restricting lead solder in drinking-water plumbing. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

How Remediation Costs Compare in Geneseo

Home prices in Geneseo and the estimated cost of addressing flagged issues produce a ratio in the 1-2% band; that places the city between the low and elevated tiers, and because both inputs are area estimates, the actual cost for a given home may be higher or lower.

Median Home Value
$55,400
Est. Remediation
$600
Remediation as % of home value 1.1%

Estimated remediation costs in Geneseo can be compared with local home values. The estimated $300–$1,500 range is a planning estimate; get a property-specific quote and check it against your budget. Home values are 64% below the Kansas average.

Geneseo: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

85%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0042
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many violations are on record for water systems serving Geneseo?
EPA records list 7 EPA violations, including 5 health-based violations for Geneseo water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Geneseo water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Geneseo is 0.0042 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How many water systems serve Geneseo?
Our records map 2 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Geneseo. The related population figure in our data is approximately 604 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Geneseo?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Geneseo: $600; modeled range $300 to $1,500. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Geneseo, KS: 7 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable. https://zipcheckup.com/cities/ks/geneseo/
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