Current Noncompliance KS 4 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Bourbon Company Rwd 4

EPA ID: KS2001101 ยท 1,161 people served ยท 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Bourbon Company Rwd 4 (KS2001101): 2 unresolved EPA violations on record. Current EPA status: Bourbon Company Rwd 4, 2 open violations, 1,161 people served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,161
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
13
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0016 mg/L
Max Lead Level
8
Contaminants Flagged
$133K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$64,838
Median Household Income
16,586
Service Area Population
48%
Disadvantaged Population
74th
Poverty Percentile
88th
Energy Burden Percentile
73%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Bourbon Company Rwd 4 serves a community with a median household income of $64,838 and an estimated 16,586 residents across its service area. Approximately 73% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 48% 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

Bourbon 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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
18th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
32th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

62 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
8 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 89% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Bourbon Company Rwd 4 compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 4 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

E. coli at 2 Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action) exceeds the EPA maximum of Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action). Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children. Consider UV disinfection (99.99%) filtration.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection 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†’

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

Find a certified water filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Kansas

Douglas Company Rwd 2
1,163 people
0 violations
Sumner Company Rwd 4
1,157 people
4 violations
Coffey Company Rwd 2
1,146 people
8 violations
0 violations
1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
PFAS Treatment $100
Total Estimated Cost $1,400

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

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

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,400 (one-time) vs. $10,330 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

Bourbon Company Rwd 4 (EPA ID: KS2001101) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 1,161 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Violation History

2 current noncompliance records in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 11 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 2 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 1, 2026 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 2, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
April 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
October 23, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
February 1, 2023 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved
October 31, 2022 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2022 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2021 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
May 1, 2021 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2021 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 4 Yes
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
E. coli Microbiological 2 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 No

Health Risk Details

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) (EPA limit: 0.08 mg/L)

Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns At-risk groups: pregnant women, long-term consumers of chlorinated water, people who frequently shower in chlorinated water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, point-of-entry aeration. Find the right filter โ†’

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0016 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.

Need help with your water quality?

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

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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 Bourbon Company Rwd 4 (KS2001101) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bourbon Company Rwd 4 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 2 current noncompliance records and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Bourbon Company Rwd 4 serve?

Bourbon Company Rwd 4 serves approximately 1,161 people across 5 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does Bourbon Company Rwd 4 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Bourbon Company Rwd 4's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Stage 1 DBP Rule, E. coli. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Bourbon Company Rwd 4 serve?
Bourbon Company Rwd 4 serves approximately 1,161 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Bourbon Company Rwd 4's water source?
Bourbon Company Rwd 4 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Bourbon Company Rwd 4's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0016 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Bourbon Company Rwd 4's service area?
The Bourbon Company Rwd 4 service area has a median household income of $64,838. EPA EJScreen data classifies 48% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Bourbon Company Rwd 4 get its water?
Bourbon 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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Bourbon Company Rwd 4 (KS): 4 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ks2001101/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Bourbon Company Rwd 4 (EPA ID: KS2001101) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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