Water System Report KS

Water District 1 of Johnson Company

EPA ID: KS2009110 ยท 490,000 people served ยท 32 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Water District 1 of Johnson Company (KS2009110): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Unlike many utilities its size, Water District 1 of Johnson Company carry a violation-free five-year record - no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 490,000 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 67
Avg Safety Score
490,000
People Served
32
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00648 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$387K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Water District 1 of Johnson Company Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$110,662
Median Household Income
617,983
Service Area Population
3%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
31th
Energy Burden Percentile
43%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Water District 1 of Johnson Company serves a community with a median household income of $110,662 and an estimated 617,983 residents across its service area. Approximately 43% 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

Water District 1 of Johnson Company'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
69th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 69th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

38 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 56% 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. 34 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

City of Wichita
395,699 people
B 0 violations
C 2 violations
City of Olathe
143,014 people
C 4 violations
City of Topeka
125,963 people
B 2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,275
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $484
Total Estimated Cost $2,959

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 $2,959 (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

Water District 1 of Johnson Company (EPA ID: KS2009110) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 490,000 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 32 ZIP codes across 12 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (67/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 26 of 32 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

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
0.00648 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.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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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.

This system serves 32 ZIP codes:

66013 ยท 66018 ยท 66030 ยท 66061 ยท 66062 66083 ยท 66085 ยท 66202 ยท 66203 ยท 66204 66205 ยท 66206 ยท 66207 ยท 66208 ยท 66209 66210 ยท 66211 ยท 66212 ยท 66213 ยท 66214 66215 ยท 66216 ยท 66217 ยท 66218 ยท 66219 66220 ยท 66221 ยท 66223 ยท 66224 ยท 66226 66227 ยท 66251

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Water District 1 of Johnson Company (KS2009110) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Water District 1 of Johnson Company water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Water District 1 of Johnson Company 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 Water District 1 of Johnson Company serve?

Water District 1 of Johnson Company serves approximately 490,000 people across 32 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does Water District 1 of Johnson Company get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
319
Detections
1
Latest sample
4/24/2024
Highest analyte
PFBA: 5.3 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBA 5.3 ppt โ€” โ€”

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Water District 1 of Johnson Company safe to drink?
Water District 1 of Johnson Company has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Water District 1 of Johnson Company meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Water District 1 of Johnson Company serve?
Water District 1 of Johnson Company serves approximately 490,000 people with drinking water across 32 ZIP codes.
What is Water District 1 of Johnson Company's water source?
Water District 1 of Johnson Company draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Water District 1 of Johnson Company's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00648 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Water District 1 of Johnson Company's service area?
The Water District 1 of Johnson Company service area has a median household income of $110,662. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Water District 1 of Johnson Company get its water?
Water District 1 of Johnson Company'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.). Water District 1 of Johnson Company, KS: Serves 490K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ks2009110/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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