Historical Compliance Records KS

Franklin Company Rwd 5

EPA ID: KS2005908 ยท 855 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Franklin Company Rwd 5 (KS2005908): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. Within the five-year EPA monitoring span, Franklin Company Rwd 5 accumulated 1 violation - every finding has been resolved and the utility operates in full compliance today, supplying water to approximately 855 people without any active enforcement proceedings.

Data: EPA SDWIS

855
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
1
Contaminants Flagged
$228K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Franklin Company Rwd 5 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$83,889
Median Household Income
14,285
Service Area Population
13%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
58%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Franklin Company Rwd 5 serves a community with a median household income of $83,889 and an estimated 14,285 residents across its service area. Approximately 58% 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

Franklin Company Rwd 5'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

49 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
21 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 70% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Franklin Company Rwd 5 compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection 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†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,833
Radon Mitigation $667
PFAS Treatment $167
Total Estimated Cost $2,667

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,667 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Franklin Company Rwd 5 (EPA ID: KS2005908) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 855 people from surface water sources.

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

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
February 7, 2025 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Coliform Microbiological 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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 Franklin Company Rwd 5 (KS2005908) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Franklin Company Rwd 5 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Franklin Company Rwd 5; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Franklin Company Rwd 5 serve?

Franklin Company Rwd 5 serves approximately 855 people across 3 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does Franklin Company Rwd 5 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Franklin Company Rwd 5's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Coliform. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 Franklin Company Rwd 5 serve?
Franklin Company Rwd 5 serves approximately 855 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Franklin Company Rwd 5's water source?
Franklin Company Rwd 5 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Franklin Company Rwd 5's service area?
The Franklin Company Rwd 5 service area has a median household income of $83,889. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Franklin Company Rwd 5 get its water?
Franklin Company Rwd 5'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.). Franklin Company Rwd 5 (KS): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ks2005908/
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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 โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Franklin Company Rwd 5 (EPA ID: KS2005908) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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