Water System Report KS

Franklin Company Rwd 6

EPA ID: KS2005909 ยท 2,960 people served ยท 9 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Franklin Company Rwd 6 (KS2005909): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Across every monitored period in the past five years, Franklin Company Rwd 6 reported no EPA violations for its service population of 2,960.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,960
People Served
9
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0053 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$202K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Franklin Company Rwd 6 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$70,653
Median Household Income
51,468
Service Area Population
14%
Disadvantaged Population
49th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
62%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Franklin Company Rwd 6 serves a community with a median household income of $70,653 and an estimated 51,468 residents across its service area. Approximately 62% 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 6'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
18th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
28th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 77% 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. 8 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

Douglas Company Rwd 4
3,000 people
2 violations
0 violations
Harvey Company Rwd 1
3,000 people
C 0 violations
City of Columbus
2,882 people
1 violation
City of Kingman
3,062 people
3 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,222
Radon Mitigation $489
PFAS Treatment $278
Water Filtration $233
Total Estimated Cost $2,222

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 $2,222 (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

Franklin Company Rwd 6 (EPA ID: KS2005909) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 2,960 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 9 ZIP codes across 9 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
0.0053 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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate 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 $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 6 (KS2005909) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Franklin Company Rwd 6 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Franklin Company Rwd 6 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 Franklin Company Rwd 6 serve?

Franklin Company Rwd 6 serves approximately 2,960 people across 9 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does Franklin Company Rwd 6 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Franklin Company Rwd 6 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Franklin Company Rwd 6 serve?
Franklin Company Rwd 6 serves approximately 2,960 people with drinking water across 9 ZIP codes.
What is Franklin Company Rwd 6's water source?
Franklin Company Rwd 6 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Franklin Company Rwd 6's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0053 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Franklin Company Rwd 6's service area?
The Franklin Company Rwd 6 service area has a median household income of $70,653. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Franklin Company Rwd 6 get its water?
Franklin Company Rwd 6'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

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