Water System Report KS

City of Lancaster

EPA ID: KS2000507 · 248 people served · 1 ZIP code

In the most recent five-year monitoring window, City of Lancaster posted zero EPA violations serving 248 residents.

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

248
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$163K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Lancaster Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$60,032
Median Household Income
820
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
55%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Lancaster serves a community with a median household income of $60,032 and an estimated 820 residents across its service area. Approximately 55% 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

City of Lancaster'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
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Atchison County, Kansas rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

55 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
15 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 79% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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City of Ingalls
249 people
D 10 violations
B 6 violations
0 violations
C 1 violation
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251 people
F 30 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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.

System Overview

City of Lancaster, (EPA ID: KS2000507) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 248 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 66041 in Lancaster.

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.

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

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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 City of Lancaster (KS2000507) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Lancaster water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, City of Lancaster has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does City of Lancaster serve?

City of Lancaster serves approximately 248 people across 1 ZIP code in Kansas.

Where does City of Lancaster 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
2
Unknown Material
123
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 248
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?
City of Lancaster meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does City of Lancaster serve?
City of Lancaster serves approximately 248 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Lancaster's water source?
City of Lancaster draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Lancaster's service area?
The City of Lancaster service area has a median household income of $60,032. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Lancaster get its water?
City of Lancaster'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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