Manhattan, KS: 46 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable
4 ZIP codes · 7 water systems · Updated
Data: EPA SDWIS
Manhattan Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 46 violations since 2021.
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0026 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 65% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $600 per household.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 9.45.
Water Systems Serving Manhattan
Among 7 systems linked to Manhattan, KS, the 3 biggest by population served appear below.
Overview
We track home safety data for 4 ZIP codes in Manhattan, Kansas, covering 7 community water systems serving approximately 63,708 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 3 of 4 ZIP codes.
2 of 3 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (67%) have recorded EPA violations. 12 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.
Water Sources
Manhattan water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0026 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 3 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
4 of 4 ZIP records with known zones are 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate | Inorganic | 22 | 1 |
| Public Notice Rule | Reporting | 15 | 2 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 14 | 2 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 13 | 2 |
| Chlorine | Disinfectant | 12 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 66502 | — | 44 | 12 | City of Manhattan, |
| 66503 | — | 13 | 0 | City of Manhattan, |
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 66506 | — | City of Manhattan, | 54,763 |
All ZIP Codes in Manhattan
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.
CDC Health Data for Manhattan
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
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Key Contaminants Detected in Manhattan
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Manhattan's Housing Stock?
With 65% 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, Manhattan has a median build year of 1976; houses completed ahead of 1986 can hold lead-bearing solder or fittings.
Over half of homes in Manhattan 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.
Manhattan: Remediation Cost in Perspective
The remediation-to-value ratio for Manhattan sits at the bottom of the scale.
Estimated remediation costs in Manhattan can be compared with local home values. The $300–$1,500 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 114% above the Kansas average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Manhattan
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.
Historical Flood-Claim Evidence for Manhattan
Historical NFIP data for Manhattan contains 412 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $30,152. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 50% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. The $600 remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.
Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.
Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.
Deep Dive Reports
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