Historical Compliance Records KS 2 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Butler Company Rwd 2

EPA ID: KS2001505 ยท 1,534 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Butler Company Rwd 2 (KS2001505): 2 past health-based violations, since resolved. Butler Company Rwd 2 recorded 16 EPA violations over the past five years, all of which have since been resolved - the utility is currently in compliance serving 1,534 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,534
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
16
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0012 mg/L
Max Lead Level
6
Contaminants Flagged
$133K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Butler Company Rwd 2 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$69,677
Median Household Income
32,371
Service Area Population
15%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
68%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Butler Company Rwd 2 serves a community with a median household income of $69,677 and an estimated 32,371 residents across its service area. Approximately 68% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Butler Company Rwd 2'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
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

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.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

55 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
13 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 81% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Butler Company Rwd 2 compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 6 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 3 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 6 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 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Lead and Copper Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 2 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

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

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Kansas

Labette Company Rwd 6
1,550 people
4 violations
City of Meade
1,506 people
3 violations
Butler Company Rwd 4
1,565 people
2 violations
Cherokee Company Rwd 4
1,500 people
1 violation
Cowley Company Rwd 1
1,500 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,600
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,100 (one-time) vs. $15,000 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

Butler Company Rwd 2 (EPA ID: KS2001505) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 1,534 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 16 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 12 resolved, 4 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 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 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Archived
June 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
June 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
September 1, 2022 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
September 1, 2022 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
October 31, 2021 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
August 13, 2021 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2021 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
January 14, 2021 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 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 6 Yes
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 3 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 2 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 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
0.0012 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.

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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 Butler Company Rwd 2 (KS2001505) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Butler Company Rwd 2 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Butler Company Rwd 2; its 16 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Butler Company Rwd 2 serve?

Butler Company Rwd 2 serves approximately 1,534 people across 3 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does Butler Company Rwd 2 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Butler Company Rwd 2's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Lead and Copper Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule. 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 Butler Company Rwd 2 serve?
Butler Company Rwd 2 serves approximately 1,534 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Butler Company Rwd 2's water source?
Butler Company Rwd 2 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Butler Company Rwd 2's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0012 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Butler Company Rwd 2's service area?
The Butler Company Rwd 2 service area has a median household income of $69,677. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Butler Company Rwd 2 get its water?
Butler Company Rwd 2'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

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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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Butler Company Rwd 2 (EPA ID: KS2001505) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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