Water System Report KS

City of Holcomb

EPA ID: KS2005509 · 2,228 people served · 1 ZIP code

With a five-year violation-free history, City of Holcomb delivers safe water to 2,228 residents.

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

B · 70
Avg Safety Score
2,228
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0017 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$223K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$91,250
Median Household Income
3,271
Service Area Population
67%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
55%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Holcomb serves a community with a median household income of $91,250 and an estimated 3,271 residents across its service area. Approximately 55% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 67% 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 Holcomb'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 Finney 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

38 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
32 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 54% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Finney Company Rwd 1
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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 $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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 Holcomb, (EPA ID: KS2005509) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 2,228 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 67851 in Holcomb.

Average Home Safety Score: B (70/100)

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
67851 0.0017 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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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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 Holcomb (KS2005509) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Holcomb water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Holcomb serve?

City of Holcomb serves approximately 2,228 people across 1 ZIP code in Kansas.

Where does City of Holcomb 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
792
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: 2,228
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 Holcomb safe to drink?
City of Holcomb earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
City of Holcomb 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 Holcomb serve?
City of Holcomb serves approximately 2,228 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Holcomb's water source?
City of Holcomb draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Holcomb's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0017 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Holcomb's service area?
The City of Holcomb service area has a median household income of $91,250. EPA EJScreen data classifies 67% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Holcomb get its water?
City of Holcomb'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.
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