Water System Report KS

Allen Company Rwd 4

EPA ID: KS2000112 · 52 people served · 1 ZIP code

Allen Company Rwd 4 carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 52 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

52
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$101K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Allen Company Rwd 4 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$56,510
Median Household Income
7,452
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
76%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Allen Company Rwd 4 serves a community with a median household income of $56,510 and an estimated 7,452 residents across its service area. Approximately 76% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Allen Company Rwd 4's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Allen County, Kansas rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

62 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
3 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 95% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 detections recorded.

Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Kansas

B 2 violations
City of Glade
52 people
C 4 violations
City of Aurora
53 people
0 violations
Hawks Landing
51 people
0 violations
City of Hunter
51 people
C 1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Lead Pipe Replacement Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Lead Pipe Replacement $4,560
Flood Insurance $1,800
PFAS Treatment $500
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $7,560

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $7,560 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Allen Company Rwd 4 (EPA ID: KS2000112) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 52 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 66749 in Iola.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Allen Company Rwd 4 (KS2000112) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Allen Company Rwd 4 water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Allen Company Rwd 4 has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Allen Company Rwd 4 serve?

Allen Company Rwd 4 serves approximately 52 people across 1 ZIP code in Kansas.

Where does Allen Company Rwd 4 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
4
Unknown Material
28
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported some but not all service line types
Latest tap sample on 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 4G.
Population served: 52
Reported to Kansas

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Allen Company Rwd 4 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Allen Company Rwd 4 serve?
Allen Company Rwd 4 serves approximately 52 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Allen Company Rwd 4's water source?
Allen Company Rwd 4 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Allen Company Rwd 4's service area?
The Allen Company Rwd 4 service area has a median household income of $56,510. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Allen Company Rwd 4 get its water?
Allen Company Rwd 4's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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