Water System Report KS

City of Edgerton

EPA ID: KS2009103 ยท 1,741 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Edgerton (KS2009103): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. For the full five-year period covered by EPA monitoring, City of Edgerton has supplied tap water to 1,741 residents with no violations of any type on record.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,741
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0052 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$257K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$89,133
Median Household Income
28,756
Service Area Population
3%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
41%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Edgerton serves a community with a median household income of $89,133 and an estimated 28,756 residents across its service area. Approximately 41% 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

City of Edgerton'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Infrastructure Risk

36 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
32 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
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. 3 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†’

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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 $1,500
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $3,200

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 $3,200 (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

City of Edgerton, (EPA ID: KS2009103) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 1,741 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 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
0.0052 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 City of Edgerton (KS2009103) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Edgerton water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for City of Edgerton 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 City of Edgerton serve?

City of Edgerton serves approximately 1,741 people across 2 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does City of Edgerton get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
City of Edgerton 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 Edgerton serve?
City of Edgerton serves approximately 1,741 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Edgerton's water source?
City of Edgerton draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Edgerton's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0052 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Edgerton's service area?
The City of Edgerton service area has a median household income of $89,133. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Edgerton get its water?
City of Edgerton'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.). City of Edgerton Water Quality Report, KS. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ks2009103/
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