Water System Report KS

City of Victoria,

EPA ID: KS2005119 · 1,149 people served · 3 ZIP codes

City of Victoria,'s five-year compliance history is clean by every EPA metric — no health-based violations, no monitoring lapses, no enforcement actions on record, reflecting consistent performance for a utility that supplies water to approximately 1,149 residents year after year.

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

D · 40
Avg Safety Score
1,149
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$174K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$77,357
Median Household Income
1,691
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
66%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Victoria, serves a community with a median household income of $77,357 and an estimated 1,691 residents across its service area. Approximately 66% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

City of Victoria,'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
80th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Ellis 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 80th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

55 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
15 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 79% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

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

VICTORIA, CITY OF (EPA ID: KS2005119) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 1,149 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (40/100)

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

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.

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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 Victoria, (KS2005119) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Victoria, water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Victoria, serve?

City of Victoria, serves approximately 1,149 people across 3 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does City of Victoria, 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
0
Unknown Material
532
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: Did not report any required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,149
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 Victoria, safe to drink?
City of Victoria, has a D 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 Victoria, 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 Victoria, serve?
City of Victoria, serves approximately 1,149 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is City of Victoria,'s water source?
City of Victoria, draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Victoria,'s service area?
The City of Victoria, service area has a median household income of $77,357. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Victoria, get its water?
City of Victoria,'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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2

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3

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