Monitoring Violations KS

City of Louisburg

EPA ID: KS2012106 · 4,994 people served · 3 ZIP codes

While corrective steps may be in progress, City of Louisburg currently shows 1 EPA violation unresolved — serving a population of approximately 4,994.

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

B · 80
Avg Safety Score
4,994
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0054 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
1
Contaminants Flagged
$300K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2021) to 2 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$89,743
Median Household Income
14,247
Service Area Population
4%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
57th
Energy Burden Percentile
39%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Louisburg serves a community with a median household income of $89,743 and an estimated 14,247 residents across its service area.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Louisburg'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
33th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
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.

Infrastructure Risk

35 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
35 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 50% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Louisburg compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 2 DBP 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. 4 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 →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Kansas

City of Concordia
5,032 people
C 6 violations
City of Baldwin City
4,882 people
C 2 violations
City of Wamego
4,860 people
0 violations
Suburban Water Company
4,700 people
C 4 violations
Douglas Company Rwd 3
4,663 people
B 3 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $667
PFAS Treatment $500
Flood Insurance $400
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $1,667

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 $1,667 (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

City of Louisburg, (EPA ID: KS2012106) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 4,994 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (80/100)

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 2, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved

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 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
66053 0.0054 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate 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

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 Louisburg (KS2012106) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Louisburg water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Louisburg serve?

City of Louisburg serves approximately 4,994 people across 3 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does City of Louisburg 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
87
Detections
1
Latest sample
3/11/2025
Highest analyte
PFBA: 5.9 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBA 5.9 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 →

Understand PFAS health context and filtration →

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

2
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
13
Unknown Material
2,020
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: 4,994
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 Louisburg safe to drink?
City of Louisburg earns a B safety grade with 1 violation in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in City of Louisburg's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 2 DBP 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 Louisburg serve?
City of Louisburg serves approximately 4,994 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is City of Louisburg's water source?
City of Louisburg draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Louisburg's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0054 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Louisburg's service area?
The City of Louisburg service area has a median household income of $89,743. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Louisburg get its water?
City of Louisburg'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

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 →

2

Check your specific ZIP code

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

3

Contact your utility

City of Louisburg (EPA ID: KS2012106) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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