Water System Report KS

City of Axtell

EPA ID: KS2011711 · 398 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Compared to the national average for mid-size utilities, City of Axtell sits well above the baseline — five years of EPA monitoring show no violations, no MCL exceedances, and no enforcement actions for the full service territory of 398 people.

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

398
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$242K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$88,661
Median Household Income
1,256
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
45th
Poverty Percentile
75th
Energy Burden Percentile
56%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Axtell serves a community with a median household income of $88,661 and an estimated 1,256 residents across its service area. Approximately 56% 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 Axtell'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
25th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
5th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Marshall County, Kansas rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
31 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 56% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $1,200
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.

System Overview

City of Axtell, (EPA ID: KS2011711) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 398 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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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 Axtell (KS2011711) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Axtell water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, City of Axtell has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does City of Axtell serve?

City of Axtell serves approximately 398 people across 2 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does City of Axtell 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
231
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: 398
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

Should I use a water filter?
City of Axtell 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 Axtell serve?
City of Axtell serves approximately 398 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Axtell's water source?
City of Axtell draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Axtell's service area?
The City of Axtell service area has a median household income of $88,661. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Axtell get its water?
City of Axtell'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.
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