Neighborhood Report
Grade C
Lawrence, KS Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade C
5 ZIP codes · 15 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water quality varies significantly across Lawrence, KS. We analyzed 5 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade C (61/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 5 | 100% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Lawrence ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 66046 | 66 | C | 3 | 0.0030 mg/L |
| 2 | 66045 | 62 | C | 3 | 0.0030 mg/L |
| 3 | 66047 | 61 | C | 3 | 0.0030 mg/L |
| 4 | 66049 | 61 | C | 3 | 0.0030 mg/L |
| 5 | 66044 | 56 | C | 3 | 0.0030 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 1 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 4 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 15 total violations across Lawrence
- 0 health-based violations
- 5 of 5 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 15 | 5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Lawrence?
ZIP code 66046 has the highest safety score in Lawrence at 66/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is Lawrence water safe to drink?
Lawrence has an average water safety score of 61/100 (C). Water quality varies by neighborhood — no ZIP codes currently exceed EPA lead limits. Always check your specific ZIP code.
Related Pages
Data Sources
- EPA SDWIS
- U.S. Census Bureau
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