CITY REPORT KS

New Century, KS: 4 Violations - Home Safety 65/100

1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for New Century: C.

A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.

New Century lands near the KS median for water safety - compliance results are mixed, and the city's middle-grade standing reflects genuine variability across service areas rather than one problem driving the whole picture.

How New Century Compares

New Century65/100
Kansas avg72/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems
1
ZIPs with Violations
C · 65
Avg Safety Score
Zone 1
Radon Risk (High)
$1,700
Est. Remediation

Key Facts for New Century Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 4 violations in the past 5 years.
  • Average lead level: 0.011 mg/L.
  • Estimated remediation: $1,700 per household.
  • CDC health risk index: 10.83.

New Century's Water Providers

Water supply in New Century, KS follows a divided structure: 2 utilities account for the largest share of residential service out of 2 total systems, each managing its own distribution network and EPA reporting. Because these systems operate independently, rate decisions and compliance outcomes are determined separately.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in New Century, Kansas (population ~651), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 149,471 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. The available record reports no health-based violations for this measured scope.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for New Century: C (65/100)

Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:

Factor What It Measures
Water Quality EPA violations and compliance history
PFAS MCL Screen UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs
Radon Risk EPA radon zone classification
Annual AQI EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days

Water Sources

New Century water systems draw from: Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0110 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

Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Technique 4 1
Contaminant 1008 Other 2 1
Chlorite Disinfection Byproducts 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
66031 C 4 0 Johnson Company Rwd 7

All ZIP Codes in New Century

  • 66031 [C] - 4 violations

Data Sources

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

New Century Community Health Snapshot

9.3%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
9.4%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
13.2%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 9.3% ↓
Diabetes 9.4% ↓
Mental Health 13.2% ↓

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

What's in New Century's Water?

Lead and Copper Rule 4 violations
Treatment Technique
Developmental delays in children, kidney damage
Contaminant 1008 2 violations
Other
Chlorite 2 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA limit: 1 mg/L
Anemia in infants and young children

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

New Century: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

0.011
mg/L Avg Lead (Limit: 0.015)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

Lead risk in New Century appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.

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

What You Can Do in New Century

  1. Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages - your tap may differ. Lead testing is especially recommended given the area's lead levels.
  2. Install a certified water filter. Filters rated for Lead and Copper Rule can reduce the most common contaminant found in New Century's water.
  3. Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for New Century, KS

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for New Century, KS?
New Century has an average Home Safety Score of 65/100 (Grade C) under model 4.0.0. The score combines EPA SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AQI, and is published only when all required domains are observed. 4 EPA violations have been recorded. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many water violations does New Century have?
New Century water systems have a total of 4 EPA violations. Violations are tracked across 1 ZIP code.
Does New Century water have lead?
The average 90th-percentile lead level in New Century is 0.011 mg/L. This is below the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does New Century compare to Kansas average?
New Century has an average Home Safety Score of 65/100, which is below the Kansas state average of 72/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve New Century?
New Century is served by 2 public water systems across 1 ZIP code, serving approximately 651 people.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in New Century?
Estimated remediation costs in New Century average $1,700 per household, ranging from $1,100 to $2,300. Costs include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, and flood protection.
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