Health Violations Found KS 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Butler Company Rwd 3

EPA ID: KS2001513 · 1,494 people served · 7 ZIP codes

Based on the latest federal compliance data, Butler Company Rwd 3 has 2 violations that the EPA has not yet closed — those outstanding findings are part of the enforcement record for a utility that delivers water to approximately 1,494 people throughout its service territory.

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

C · 68
Avg Safety Score
1,494
People Served
7
ZIP Codes Served
8
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0023 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
4
Contaminants Flagged
$121K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 2 (2021) to 5 (2023). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$72,750
Median Household Income
20,465
Service Area Population
16%
Disadvantaged Population
41th
Poverty Percentile
71th
Energy Burden Percentile
78%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Butler Company Rwd 3 serves a community with a median household income of $72,750 and an estimated 20,465 residents across its service area. Approximately 78% 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

Butler Company Rwd 3'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
64th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
54th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Marion 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 64th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

73 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
12 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 86% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Butler Company Rwd 3 compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 3 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

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

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Kansas

Cherokee Company Rwd 4
1,500 people
B 2 violations
Cowley Company Rwd 1
1,500 people
0 violations
Trego Company Rwd 2
1,500 people
C 3 violations
City of Meade
1,506 people
C 1 violation
City of Horton
1,514 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $771
Radon Mitigation $514
Water Filtration $86
Total Estimated Cost $1,371

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.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,371 (one-time) vs. $10,000 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 CO RWD 3 (EPA ID: KS2001513) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 1,494 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 7 ZIP codes across 7 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (68/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 2 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 2, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
June 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
June 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
December 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
December 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
October 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
August 30, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Health-based Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 4 Yes
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 3 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
66840 0.0023 mg/L No N/A
66842 0.0018 mg/L No N/A
67132 0.0011 mg/L No N/A

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.

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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: 6 ZIP codes 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 Butler Company Rwd 3 (KS2001513) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Butler Company Rwd 3 water safe to drink?

Butler Company Rwd 3 has recorded 1 health-based violation in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Butler Company Rwd 3 serve?

Butler Company Rwd 3 serves approximately 1,494 people across 7 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does Butler Company Rwd 3 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
4
Unknown Material
387
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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,494
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

Is water from Butler Company Rwd 3 safe to drink?
Butler Company Rwd 3 has a C safety grade based on 8 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Butler Company Rwd 3's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Stage 1 DBP Rule, Revised Total Coliform Rule, Stage 2 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 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 3 serve?
Butler Company Rwd 3 serves approximately 1,494 people with drinking water across 7 ZIP codes.
What is Butler Company Rwd 3's water source?
Butler Company Rwd 3 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Butler Company Rwd 3's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0023 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Butler Company Rwd 3's service area?
The Butler Company Rwd 3 service area has a median household income of $72,750. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Butler Company Rwd 3 get its water?
Butler Company Rwd 3'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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Butler Company Rwd 3 (EPA ID: KS2001513) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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