Historical Compliance Records KS 12 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Mitchell Company Rwd 2

EPA ID: KS2012304 ยท 873 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Mitchell Company Rwd 2 (KS2012304): 12 past health-based violations, since resolved. Records for Mitchell Company Rwd 2 show 15 violations over the monitored period, with every finding addressed and officially closed - the provider, which serves approximately 873 people, carries no outstanding enforcement actions in the current EPA dataset and meets all applicable drinking water requirements.

Data: EPA SDWIS

873
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
15
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0017 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
3
Contaminants Flagged
$99K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Mitchell Company Rwd 2 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$53,550
Median Household Income
6,619
Service Area Population
38%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
98th
Energy Burden Percentile
83%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mitchell Company Rwd 2 serves a community with a median household income of $53,550 and an estimated 6,619 residents across its service area. Approximately 83% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 38% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Mitchell Company Rwd 2'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
52th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
3th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

82 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
2 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 98% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Mitchell Company Rwd 2 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 12 mg/L (EXCEEDS 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.

Chlorite at 12 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 1 mg/L. Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children. Consider ferrous sulfate reduction filtration.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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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900 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $900
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $4,945

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$9,975
10 years
$19,950
20 years
$39,900

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,400 (one-time) vs. $19,950 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

Mitchell Company Rwd 2 (EPA ID: KS2012304) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 873 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 15 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 10 resolved, 5 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 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
January 1, 2026 Chlorite Health-based Archived
October 1, 2025 Chlorite Health-based Archived
August 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Chlorite Health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Chlorite Health-based Archived
March 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
March 1, 2025 Contaminant 1006 Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Chlorite Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Chlorite Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2022 Chlorite Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Chlorite Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2021 Chlorite Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2021 Chlorite Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2021 Chlorite Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Chlorite Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Chlorite Disinfection Byproducts 12 Yes
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 No
Contaminant 1006 Other Violation 1 No

Health Risk Details

Chlorite (EPA limit: 1 mg/L)

Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children At-risk groups: infants, developing fetuses, people with G6PD deficiency.

Removal methods: ferrous sulfate reduction, activated carbon, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ†’

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0017 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.

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.

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 Mitchell Company Rwd 2 (KS2012304) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mitchell Company Rwd 2 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Mitchell Company Rwd 2; its 15 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Mitchell Company Rwd 2 serve?

Mitchell Company Rwd 2 serves approximately 873 people across 4 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does Mitchell Company Rwd 2 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Mitchell Company Rwd 2's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 1006, 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 Mitchell Company Rwd 2 serve?
Mitchell Company Rwd 2 serves approximately 873 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Mitchell Company Rwd 2's water source?
Mitchell Company Rwd 2 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Mitchell Company Rwd 2's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0017 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Mitchell Company Rwd 2's service area?
The Mitchell Company Rwd 2 service area has a median household income of $53,550. EPA EJScreen data classifies 38% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Mitchell Company Rwd 2 get its water?
Mitchell Company Rwd 2'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.

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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

Mitchell Company Rwd 2 (EPA ID: KS2012304) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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