Water System Report KS

City of Valley Falls

EPA ID: KS2008710 · 1,086 people served · 1 ZIP code

In the most recent five-year monitoring window, City of Valley Falls posted zero EPA violations serving 1,086 residents.

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

1,086
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$187K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$73,125
Median Household Income
2,723
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
63%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Valley Falls serves a community with a median household income of $73,125 and an estimated 2,723 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

City of Valley Falls'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

64 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
1 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 98% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,900

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 Valley Falls, (EPA ID: KS2008710) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 1,086 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 66088 in Valley Falls.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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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 Valley Falls (KS2008710) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Valley Falls water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Valley Falls serve?

City of Valley Falls serves approximately 1,086 people across 1 ZIP code in Kansas.

Where does City of Valley Falls 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:

1
Confirmed Lead
243
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
245
Confirmed Non-Lead

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: 1,086
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

Should I use a water filter?
City of Valley Falls 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 Valley Falls serve?
City of Valley Falls serves approximately 1,086 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Valley Falls's water source?
City of Valley Falls draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Valley Falls's service area?
The City of Valley Falls service area has a median household income of $73,125. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Valley Falls get its water?
City of Valley Falls'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.
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