Health Violations Found KS 7 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

City of Woodbine

EPA ID: KS2004117 · 160 people served · 1 ZIP code

Current EPA status: City of Woodbine, 4 open violations, 160 people served.

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

D · 46
Avg Safety Score
160
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
14
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
5
Contaminants Flagged
$131K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 3 (2021) to 1 (2024). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$58,750
Median Household Income
179
Service Area Population
33%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
69%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Woodbine serves a community with a median household income of $58,750 and an estimated 179 residents across its service area. Approximately 69% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 33% 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

City of Woodbine'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Dickinson 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

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

Detected Contaminants

How City of Woodbine compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 9 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

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.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

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

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

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

D 19 violations
City of Allen
159 people
0 violations
City of Barnes
161 people
C 2 violations
City of Lehigh
159 people
0 violations
City of Norcatur
159 people
C 4 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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 $6,525

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$8,265
10 years
$16,530
20 years
$33,060

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,800 (one-time) vs. $16,530 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

City of Woodbine, (EPA ID: KS2004117) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 160 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 67492 in Woodbine.

Average Home Safety Score: D (46/100)

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

Violation History

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

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
September 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
September 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 2, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Unresolved

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
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 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

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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

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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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Woodbine (KS2004117) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Woodbine water safe to drink?

City of Woodbine has recorded 7 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 City of Woodbine serve?

City of Woodbine serves approximately 160 people across 1 ZIP code in Kansas.

Where does City of Woodbine 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
18
Unknown Material
77
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: 160
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 Woodbine safe to drink?
City of Woodbine has a D safety grade based on 14 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in City of Woodbine's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Stage 2 DBP 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 City of Woodbine serve?
City of Woodbine serves approximately 160 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Woodbine's water source?
City of Woodbine draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Woodbine's service area?
The City of Woodbine service area has a median household income of $58,750. EPA EJScreen data classifies 33% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Woodbine get its water?
City of Woodbine'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

City of Woodbine (EPA ID: KS2004117) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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