Water System Report KS

Geary Company Rwd 4

EPA ID: KS2006105 ยท 1,005 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Geary Company Rwd 4 (KS2006105): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Geary Company Rwd 4'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 1,005 residents year after year.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,005
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0013 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$222K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Geary Company Rwd 4 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$58,876
Median Household Income
44,188
Service Area Population
38%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
40%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Geary Company Rwd 4 serves a community with a median household income of $58,876 and an estimated 44,188 residents across its service area. Approximately 40% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 38% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Geary Company Rwd 4'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

36 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
32 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 53% 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. 7 detections recorded. 3 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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

City of Linn Valley
1,008 people
5 violations
City of St George
998 people
11 violations
Miami Company Rwd 4
1,018 people
1 violation
Lyon Company Rwd 4
980 people
3 violations
2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,000
Water Filtration $200
PFAS Treatment $200
Total Estimated Cost $2,600

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.

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 $2,600 (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

Geary Company Rwd 4 (EPA ID: KS2006105) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 1,005 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 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
0.0013 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 1 (High 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 Geary Company Rwd 4 (KS2006105) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Geary Company Rwd 4 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Geary Company Rwd 4 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 Geary Company Rwd 4 serve?

Geary Company Rwd 4 serves approximately 1,005 people across 3 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does Geary Company Rwd 4 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Geary Company Rwd 4 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Geary Company Rwd 4 serve?
Geary Company Rwd 4 serves approximately 1,005 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Geary Company Rwd 4's water source?
Geary Company Rwd 4 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Geary Company Rwd 4's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0013 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Geary Company Rwd 4's service area?
The Geary Company Rwd 4 service area has a median household income of $58,876. EPA EJScreen data classifies 38% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Geary Company Rwd 4 get its water?
Geary Company Rwd 4'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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