Health Violations Found

Howard, KS (67349): 1 Health-Based Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems

EPA data combined for 2 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Elk Company Rwd 1)

Health Violations Found

Health-based violation records by water system:

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 67349 in Howard, KS contain 13 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 1 are marked health-based.

Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS

Based on EPA Drinking Water FEMA Flood Data U.S. Census CDC Energy Information Admin. USGS Water Data & 9 more federal sources
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Safety Score N/A
Water Quality Issues 1 health-based violation
Lead Risk Below action level Below the reporting limit, 90th percentile, sample period ending 2025-12-31
NFIP Claim History N/A
Data confidence: High (direct measurement) Medium (sampled / sub-geography) Low (modeled / inferred) Methodology →

At a Glance

  • Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 1 health-based violation and 12 non-health-based (since 2021).
  • Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result is below the laboratory reporting limit, not a measured zero; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
  • Radon EPA Zone 2 - county-level radon potential, not a home measurement.
Contaminant Summary
Health Violations
13 violations 1 health-based
Report data assembled: Jul 27, 2026 EPA water-system identity: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record EPA violation history: more than two update cycles old Lead, copper and UCMR measurements: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record
2
Water Systems
494
People Served
1
Health Violations (since 2021)Median is 0
Surface water
Water Source
Zone 2
County Radon Potential · Moderate
$84K
Median Home Value33% below state median ($125K)

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Score Breakdown

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Canonical components

EPA water compliance
70/100
Observed
PFAS MCL screen
Unknown
Evidence missing
EPA radon zone
50/100
Observed
Annual EPA AirData AQI
Unknown
Evidence missing

Required domains

Drinking water
Unknown
Indoor environment
50/100
Outdoor environment
Unknown

Coverage: 2 of 4 components and 1 of 3 domains observed.

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Safety & Health (5) CRITICAL

Your Water System

ZIP code 67349 in Howard, Kansas is mapped to the water system Elk Company Rwd 1 (EPA ID: KS2004905). This system provides water to approximately 494 people from surface water sources.

There are 2 community water systems serving this area.

Water Systems Serving This Area

System Name EPA ID Population Source
Elk Company Rwd 1 KS2004905 494 Surface water
Elk Company Rwd 2 KS2004906 520 Surface water

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Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Elk Company Rwd 1 (KS2004905) on EPA.gov.

5 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.

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Environmental Hazards (10) HIGH
Home & Infrastructure (6) MODERATE

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Cost & Community (9) HIGH

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Protect Your Home in Howard

Based on local data for ZIP 67349, these services may benefit homeowners in your area.

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Gutter Installation & Repair

The median home in 67349 was built around 1969. Aging gutters can cause foundation damage, basement flooding, and mold - a professional assessment can prevent costly repairs.

Typical cost: Gutter installation: typically $1,000–$2,500 for a standard home

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Window Replacement

The median build year of homes in Howard is 1969; check the age and condition of your own windows. ENERGY STAR windows can save $101–$583/year on energy bills.

Typical cost: Window replacement: typically $300–$800 per window installed

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Roofing Inspection & Repair

Homes built around 1969 may be on their second or third roof. A professional inspection can catch damage before leaks start.

Typical cost: Roof inspection: typically $75–$300; repairs $300–$1,500

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 67349 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 13 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 67349 (primary system: Elk Company Rwd 1), including 1 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.

Where does 67349's water come from?

The recorded water source for Elk Company Rwd 1, a system mapped to ZIP code 67349, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 494 people.

How can I get my water tested in Howard?

If Elk Company Rwd 1 supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.

What is the radon risk for 67349?

67349 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 2 (moderate county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Elk County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Howard, KS (67349): 1 Health-Based Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/67349/
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Page version: October 2026.

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