Health Violations Found KS 9 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Dickinson Company Rwd 2

EPA ID: KS2004106 · 1,703 people served · 10 ZIP codes

Based on the latest federal compliance data, Dickinson Company Rwd 2 has 4 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 1,703 people throughout its service territory.

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

D · 50
Avg Safety Score
1,703
People Served
10
ZIP Codes Served
10
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0027 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
2
Contaminants Flagged
$164K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 19 (2021) to 3 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$70,833
Median Household Income
71,205
Service Area Population
35%
Disadvantaged Population
53th
Poverty Percentile
71th
Energy Burden Percentile
72%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Dickinson Company Rwd 2 serves a community with a median household income of $70,833 and an estimated 71,205 residents across its service area. Approximately 72% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 35% 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?

Surface Water

Dickinson 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
54th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
17th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Saline 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

69 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
11 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 86% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Dickinson Company Rwd 2 compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 9 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 9 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 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. 3 detections 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 →

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 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

City of Ogden
1,721 people
0 violations
City of Medicine Lodge
1,723 people
0 violations
City of Oswego
1,680 people
B 9 violations
City of Edgerton
1,741 people
B 0 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,140
Water Filtration $90
PFAS Treatment $50
Total Estimated Cost $2,480

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 Property Value Decline $8,195

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$9,265
10 years
$18,530
20 years
$37,060

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,480 (one-time) vs. $18,530 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

Dickinson Company Rwd 2 (EPA ID: KS2004106) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 1,703 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 10 ZIP codes across 10 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (50/100)

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

Violation History

9 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 4 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Unresolved
April 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Unresolved
January 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Unresolved
October 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Unresolved
April 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
November 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 9 Yes
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Health Risk Details

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)

Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter →

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
67442 0.0027 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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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 Dickinson Company Rwd 2 (KS2004106) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dickinson Company Rwd 2 water safe to drink?

Dickinson Company Rwd 2 has recorded 9 health-based violations 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 Dickinson Company Rwd 2 serve?

Dickinson Company Rwd 2 serves approximately 1,703 people across 10 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does Dickinson Company Rwd 2 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
258
Unknown Material
393
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: 1,703
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.

Learn about lead in drinking water →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Dickinson Company Rwd 2 safe to drink?
Dickinson Company Rwd 2 has a D safety grade based on 10 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Dickinson Company Rwd 2's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Stage 1 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 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 Dickinson Company Rwd 2 serve?
Dickinson Company Rwd 2 serves approximately 1,703 people with drinking water across 10 ZIP codes.
What is Dickinson Company Rwd 2's water source?
Dickinson Company Rwd 2 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Dickinson Company Rwd 2's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0027 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Dickinson Company Rwd 2's service area?
The Dickinson Company Rwd 2 service area has a median household income of $70,833. EPA EJScreen data classifies 35% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Dickinson Company Rwd 2 get its water?
Dickinson 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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

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 →

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

Dickinson Company Rwd 2 (EPA ID: KS2004106) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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