Monitoring Violations KS

City of Clearview City,

EPA ID: KS2009123 · 450 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Pulled from the federal compliance ledger, 1 violation at City of Clearview City, remain without resolution — the utility delivers drinking water to roughly 450 residents.

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

C · 64
Avg Safety Score
450
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0007 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
1
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$104,345
Median Household Income
6,537
Service Area Population
3%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
42%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Clearview City, serves a community with a median household income of $104,345 and an estimated 6,537 residents across its service area. Approximately 42% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

City of Clearview City,'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Johnson 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 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

37 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
31 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 54% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Clearview City, compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $600
PFAS Treatment $250
Total Estimated Cost $2,050

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 $2,050 (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

CLEARVIEW CITY, CITY OF (EPA ID: KS2009123) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 450 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (64/100)

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.

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 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
66019 0.0007 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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

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 Clearview City, (KS2009123) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Clearview City, water safe to drink?

City of Clearview City, has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does City of Clearview City, serve?

City of Clearview City, serves approximately 450 people across 2 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does City of Clearview City, get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
254
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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: Did not report any required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 450
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 City of Clearview City, safe to drink?
City of Clearview City, has a C safety grade based on 1 recorded violation. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in City of Clearview City,'s water?
Detected contaminants include Lead and Copper Rule. 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 City of Clearview City, serve?
City of Clearview City, serves approximately 450 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Clearview City,'s water source?
City of Clearview City, draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Clearview City,'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0007 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Clearview City,'s service area?
The City of Clearview City, service area has a median household income of $104,345. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Clearview City, get its water?
City of Clearview City,'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

City of Clearview City, (EPA ID: KS2009123) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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