Monitoring Violations KS

Water District 1 of Johnson Company

EPA ID: KS2009110 · 482,000 people served · 52 ZIP codes

Water District 1 of Johnson Company's record shows 1 remedied violation — all cleared, currently compliant, 482,000 residents.

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

D · 48
Avg Safety Score
482,000
People Served
52
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00648 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
1
Contaminants Flagged
$342K
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 D

Service Area Demographics

$101,830
Median Household Income
785,232
Service Area Population
24%
Disadvantaged Population
36th
Poverty Percentile
47th
Energy Burden Percentile
51%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Water District 1 of Johnson Company serves a community with a median household income of $101,830 and an estimated 785,232 residents across its service area. Approximately 51% 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

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
46th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
68th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Miami County, Kansas 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 68th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

44 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
25 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 64% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Water District 1 of Johnson Company compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 37 detections recorded.

Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
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Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 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 Wichita,
395,699 people
B 4 violations
C 1 violation
City of Olathe
143,014 people
D 3 violations
City of Topeka,
125,963 people
C 9 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,185
Flood Insurance $1,121
PFAS Treatment $317
Total Estimated Cost $2,623

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,623 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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 482,000 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 52 ZIP codes across 15 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (48/100)

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

Violation History

1 monitoring/reporting violation recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
66110 0.00648 mg/L No N/A
66115 0.00648 mg/L No N/A
66117 0.00648 mg/L No N/A
66118 0.00648 mg/L No N/A
66119 0.00648 mg/L No N/A

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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ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 33 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 19 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

This system serves 52 ZIP codes:

66013 · 66018 · 66030 · 66053 · 66061 66062 · 66083 · 66085 · 66101 · 66102 66103 · 66104 · 66105 · 66106 · 66109 66110 · 66111 · 66112 · 66113 · 66115 66117 · 66118 · 66119 · 66160 · 66201 66202 · 66203 · 66204 · 66205 · 66206 66207 · 66208 · 66209 · 66210 · 66211 66212 · 66213 · 66214 · 66215 · 66216 66217 · 66218 · 66219 · 66220 · 66221 66222 · 66223 · 66224 · 66226 · 66227 66251 · 66286

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?

Water District 1 of Johnson Company has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Water District 1 of Johnson Company serve?

Water District 1 of Johnson Company serves approximately 482,000 people across 52 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

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) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
249
Galvanized — Replacement Required
3,551
Unknown Material
36,806
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: 490,000
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 Water District 1 of Johnson Company safe to drink?
Water District 1 of Johnson Company has a D safety grade based on 1 recorded violation. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Water District 1 of Johnson Company's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM). Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 Water District 1 of Johnson Company serve?
Water District 1 of Johnson Company serves approximately 482,000 people with drinking water across 52 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 $101,830. 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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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