Water System Report KS

Douglas Company Rwd 2

EPA ID: KS2004508 ยท 1,163 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Douglas Company Rwd 2 (KS2004508): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. EPA monitoring data for Douglas Company Rwd 2 shows an unblemished five-year compliance history - no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 1,163 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,163
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0034 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$217K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$80,250
Median Household Income
30,186
Service Area Population
7%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Douglas Company Rwd 2 serves a community with a median household income of $80,250 and an estimated 30,186 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Douglas 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
33th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
17th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 69% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 4 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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Kansas

Bourbon Company Rwd 4
1,161 people
13 violations
Sumner Company Rwd 4
1,157 people
4 violations
0 violations
Coffey Company Rwd 2
1,146 people
8 violations
Linn Company Rwd 1
1,200 people
D 12 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $933
Flood Insurance $800
PFAS Treatment $333
Water Filtration $200
Total Estimated Cost $2,267

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,267 (one-time) vs. $330 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

Douglas Company Rwd 2 (EPA ID: KS2004508) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 1,163 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0034 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Douglas Company Rwd 2 (KS2004508) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Douglas Company Rwd 2 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Douglas Company Rwd 2 in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Douglas Company Rwd 2 serve?

Douglas Company Rwd 2 serves approximately 1,163 people across 3 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does Douglas Company Rwd 2 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Douglas Company Rwd 2 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Douglas Company Rwd 2 serve?
Douglas Company Rwd 2 serves approximately 1,163 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Douglas Company Rwd 2's water source?
Douglas Company Rwd 2 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Douglas Company Rwd 2's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0034 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Douglas Company Rwd 2's service area?
The Douglas Company Rwd 2 service area has a median household income of $80,250. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Douglas Company Rwd 2 get its water?
Douglas 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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Douglas Company Rwd 2 Water Quality Report, KS. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ks2004508/
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