Health Violations Found KS 9 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Franklin Company Rwd 6

EPA ID: KS2005909 · 2,960 people served · 12 ZIP codes

In the current EPA monitoring period, Franklin Company Rwd 6 has 5 violations still listed as unresolved, with the utility supplying water to approximately 2,960 residents.

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

B · 74
Avg Safety Score
2,960
People Served
12
ZIP Codes Served
21
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0053 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
6
Contaminants Flagged
$206K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 5 (2021) to 4 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$76,348
Median Household Income
63,604
Service Area Population
16%
Disadvantaged Population
49th
Poverty Percentile
69th
Energy Burden Percentile
63%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Franklin Company Rwd 6 serves a community with a median household income of $76,348 and an estimated 63,604 residents across its service area. Approximately 63% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
19th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
31th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Johnson County, Kansas rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

56 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
14 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 80% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Franklin Company Rwd 6 compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 10 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 10 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Lead and Copper Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 10 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 →

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Kansas

City of Ellsworth
2,992 people
0 violations
Douglas Company Rwd 4
3,000 people
0 violations
0 violations
Harvey Company Rwd 1
3,000 people
C 11 violations
City of Columbus
2,882 people
B 8 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,375
Radon Mitigation $533
PFAS Treatment $292
Water Filtration $225
Total Estimated Cost $2,425

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $10,313

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$12,820
10 years
$25,640
20 years
$51,280

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,425 (one-time) vs. $25,640 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 12 ZIP codes across 12 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (74/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

9 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 5 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 2, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
March 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
March 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 2, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 10 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 4 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 Yes
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 No

Health Risk Details

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)

Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter →

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
66079 0.0053 mg/L No N/A
66078 0.005 mg/L No N/A

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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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?

Franklin Company Rwd 6 has recorded 9 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Franklin Company Rwd 6 serve?

Franklin Company Rwd 6 serves approximately 2,960 people across 12 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does Franklin Company Rwd 6 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
192
Unknown Material
444
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: Reported some but not all service line types
Latest tap sample on 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,960
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 Franklin Company Rwd 6 safe to drink?
Franklin Company Rwd 6 earns a B safety grade with 21 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Franklin Company Rwd 6's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Lead and Copper Rule, Stage 2 DBP Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 contaminants 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 6 serve?
Franklin Company Rwd 6 serves approximately 2,960 people with drinking water across 12 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 $76,348. 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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

Franklin Company Rwd 6 (EPA ID: KS2005909) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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