Water System Report KS

Anderson Company Rwd 5

EPA ID: KS2000306 ยท 2,093 people served ยท 6 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Anderson Company Rwd 5 (KS2000306): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, Anderson Company Rwd 5 kept a clean EPA record - five years, no issues, 2,093 people served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,093
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0052 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$128K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Anderson Company Rwd 5 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$59,196
Median Household Income
14,966
Service Area Population
45%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
88th
Energy Burden Percentile
72%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Anderson Company Rwd 5 serves a community with a median household income of $59,196 and an estimated 14,966 residents across its service area. Approximately 72% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 45% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Anderson Company Rwd 5'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
22th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
38th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

61 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
6 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 91% 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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Kansas

Neosho Company Rwd 4
2,095 people
1 violation
Riley Company Rwd 1
2,108 people
0 violations
City of Fredonia
2,111 people
2 violations
City of Council Grove
2,111 people
2 violations
14 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Lead Pipe Replacement Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Lead Pipe Replacement $760
Flood Insurance $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $150
PFAS Treatment $83
Total Estimated Cost $1,993

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 $1,993 (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

Anderson Company Rwd 5 (EPA ID: KS2000306) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 2,093 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 6 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0052 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

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

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

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

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by KS or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Anderson Company Rwd 5 (KS2000306) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anderson Company Rwd 5 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Anderson Company Rwd 5 in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Anderson Company Rwd 5 serve?

Anderson Company Rwd 5 serves approximately 2,093 people across 6 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does Anderson Company Rwd 5 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Anderson Company Rwd 5 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Anderson Company Rwd 5 serve?
Anderson Company Rwd 5 serves approximately 2,093 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is Anderson Company Rwd 5's water source?
Anderson Company Rwd 5 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Anderson Company Rwd 5's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0052 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Anderson Company Rwd 5's service area?
The Anderson Company Rwd 5 service area has a median household income of $59,196. EPA EJScreen data classifies 45% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Anderson Company Rwd 5 get its water?
Anderson Company Rwd 5'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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