Water System Report KS

Barber Company Rwd 3

EPA ID: KS2000709 · 230 people served · 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Barber Company Rwd 3 (KS2000709): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Zero violations in five consecutive years of EPA monitoring - Barber Company Rwd 3 has held a clean track record across every reporting cycle in that span, with no enforcement activity of any kind on file for the full service population of 230 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

230
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$102K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Barber Company Rwd 3 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$57,125
Median Household Income
2,087
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
85%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Barber Company Rwd 3 serves a community with a median household income of $57,125 and an estimated 2,087 residents across its service area. Approximately 85% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Barber Company Rwd 3's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

72 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,900

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

Barber Company Rwd 3 (EPA ID: KS2000709) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 230 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 67104 in Medicine Lodge.

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
0.001 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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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 Barber Company Rwd 3 (KS2000709) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barber Company Rwd 3 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Barber Company Rwd 3 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 Barber Company Rwd 3 serve?

Barber Company Rwd 3 serves approximately 230 people across 1 ZIP code in Kansas.

Where does Barber Company Rwd 3 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Barber Company Rwd 3 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Barber Company Rwd 3 serve?
Barber Company Rwd 3 serves approximately 230 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Barber Company Rwd 3's water source?
Barber Company Rwd 3 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Barber Company Rwd 3's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Barber Company Rwd 3's service area?
The Barber Company Rwd 3 service area has a median household income of $57,125. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Barber Company Rwd 3 get its water?
Barber Company Rwd 3's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Barber Company Rwd 3 Water Quality Report, KS. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ks2000709/
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