Health Violations Found KS 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

City of Rose Hill

EPA ID: KS2001520 · 4,269 people served · 1 ZIP code

Where compliant utilities carry no open actions, City of Rose Hill shows 6 active EPA violations in the federal database for a service population of approximately 4,269.

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

B · 79
Avg Safety Score
4,269
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
23
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0016 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
8
Contaminants Flagged
$228K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Rose Hill Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$102,230
Median Household Income
7,052
Service Area Population
15%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
40%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Rose Hill serves a community with a median household income of $102,230 and an estimated 7,052 residents across its service area. Approximately 40% 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

City of Rose Hill'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

About 1% of homes in Butler 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 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

28 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
42 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 40% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Rose Hill compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 6 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

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Comparable Water Systems

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City of Osawatomie
4,280 people
B 15 violations
Jackson Company Rwd 3
4,376 people
C 4 violations
Shawnee Company Rwd 1c
4,160 people
C 7 violations
City of Russell
4,388 people
C 13 violations
City of Clay Center
4,138 people
C 5 violations

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.

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 $1,900 (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

City of Rose Hill, (EPA ID: KS2001520) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 4,269 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 67133 in Rose Hill.

Average Home Safety Score: B (79/100)

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. 6 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
June 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
June 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
November 2, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
October 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
June 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
June 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 4, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 2, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved

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 6 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 6 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 1 Yes

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
67133 0.0016 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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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 City of Rose Hill (KS2001520) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Rose Hill water safe to drink?

City of Rose Hill 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 City of Rose Hill serve?

City of Rose Hill serves approximately 4,269 people across 1 ZIP code in Kansas.

Where does City of Rose Hill get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
87

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

38
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
1,657
Confirmed Non-Lead

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: 4,269
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 City of Rose Hill safe to drink?
City of Rose Hill earns a B safety grade with 23 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in City of Rose Hill's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Revised Total Coliform Rule, Surface Water Treatment 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 City of Rose Hill serve?
City of Rose Hill serves approximately 4,269 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Rose Hill's water source?
City of Rose Hill draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Rose Hill'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 City of Rose Hill's service area?
The City of Rose Hill service area has a median household income of $102,230. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Rose Hill get its water?
City of Rose Hill'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

Contact your utility

City of Rose Hill (EPA ID: KS2001520) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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