Water System Report KS

City of Clyde

EPA ID: KS2002905 · 687 people served · 1 ZIP code

Unlike many utilities its size, City of Clyde carries a violation-free five-year record — no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 687 people.

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

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
687
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0025 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$80K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$58,490
Median Household Income
1,248
Service Area Population
75%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
86%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Clyde serves a community with a median household income of $58,490 and an estimated 1,248 residents across its service area. Approximately 86% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 75% 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

City of Clyde'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Cloud County, Kansas rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

124 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Lead
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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.

System Overview

City of Clyde, (EPA ID: KS2002905) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 687 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 66938 in Clyde.

Average Home Safety Score: C (66/100)

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

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
66938 0.0025 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Clyde (KS2002905) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Clyde water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Clyde serve?

City of Clyde serves approximately 687 people across 1 ZIP code in Kansas.

Where does City of Clyde get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

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
10
Unknown Material
355
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 687
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 Clyde safe to drink?
City of Clyde has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
City of Clyde meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does City of Clyde serve?
City of Clyde serves approximately 687 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Clyde's water source?
City of Clyde draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Clyde's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0025 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Clyde's service area?
The City of Clyde service area has a median household income of $58,490. EPA EJScreen data classifies 75% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Clyde get its water?
City of Clyde'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.

What You Can Do

1

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3

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