Water System Report KS

Barton Hills Addition

EPA ID: KS2000915 · 176 people served · 2 ZIP codes

With a five-year violation-free history, Barton Hills Addition delivers safe water to 176 residents.

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

176
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$101K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2022) to 1 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Barton Hills Addition Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$53,644
Median Household Income
20,854
Service Area Population
38%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
84%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Barton Hills Addition serves a community with a median household income of $53,644 and an estimated 20,854 residents across its service area. Approximately 84% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 38% 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

Barton Hills Addition'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Barton 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 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

63 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
4 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 94% 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. 10 detections recorded. 3 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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

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C 0 violations
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D 4 violations
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $300
PFAS Treatment $300
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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 $3,000 (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

Barton Hills Addition (EPA ID: KS2000915) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 176 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

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

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Barton Hills Addition (KS2000915) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barton Hills Addition water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Barton Hills Addition serve?

Barton Hills Addition serves approximately 176 people across 2 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does Barton Hills Addition get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Barton Hills Addition meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Barton Hills Addition serve?
Barton Hills Addition serves approximately 176 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Barton Hills Addition's water source?
Barton Hills Addition draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Barton Hills Addition's service area?
The Barton Hills Addition service area has a median household income of $53,644. EPA EJScreen data classifies 38% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Barton Hills Addition get its water?
Barton Hills Addition'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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