Current Noncompliance KS

City of Linn Valley

EPA ID: KS2010712 ยท 1,008 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Linn Valley (KS2010712): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Compliance tracking for City of Linn Valley shows 1 pending violation logged in the EPA system - the supplier delivers water to approximately 1,008 residents while those findings remain open.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,008
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
5
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
4
Contaminants Flagged
$165K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$59,413
Median Household Income
3,527
Service Area Population
13%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
48%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Linn Valley serves a community with a median household income of $59,413 and an estimated 3,527 residents across its service area. Approximately 48% 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 Linn Valley'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

43 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
27 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 61% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Linn Valley compares to EPA limits

Contaminant 1006 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.006 mg/L
Cholesterol & blood sugar effects, liver damage
Chlorite 1 mg/L (100% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 1 mg/L
Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children

What This Means For You

Contaminant 1006 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.006 mg/L. Cholesterol & blood sugar effects, liver damage. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report 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. 1 detection 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†’

Contaminant 1006 was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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Geary Company Rwd 4
1,005 people
0 violations
Miami Company Rwd 4
1,018 people
1 violation
City of St George
998 people
11 violations
Lyon Company Rwd 4
980 people
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2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
PFAS Treatment $500
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,165
10 years
$10,330
20 years
$20,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,200 (one-time) vs. $10,330 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 Linn Valley, (EPA ID: KS2010712) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 1,008 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 66040 in Lacygne.

Violation History

1 current noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 4 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 2, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
January 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Contaminant 1006 Non-health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Chlorite Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Contaminant 1006 Other Violation 1 No
Chlorite Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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 Linn Valley (KS2010712) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Linn Valley water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does City of Linn Valley serve?

City of Linn Valley serves approximately 1,008 people across 1 ZIP code in Kansas.

Where does City of Linn Valley get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in City of Linn Valley's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 1006, Stage 2 DBP Rule, Chlorite, Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 3 contaminants 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 Linn Valley serve?
City of Linn Valley serves approximately 1,008 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Linn Valley's water source?
City of Linn Valley 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 Linn Valley's service area?
The City of Linn Valley service area has a median household income of $59,413. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Linn Valley get its water?
City of Linn Valley'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Linn Valley (KS): 5 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ks2010712/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

City of Linn Valley (EPA ID: KS2010712) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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