Health Violations Found KS 23 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Mitchell Company Rwd 2

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

Pulled from the federal compliance ledger, 8 violations at Mitchell Company Rwd 2 remain without resolution — the utility delivers drinking water to roughly 873 residents.

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

D · 50
Avg Safety Score
873
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
32
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0087 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
7
Contaminants Flagged
$99K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 10 (2021) to 18 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade D

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.

🌊 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

About 0% of homes in Mitchell 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

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

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 13 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Contaminant 1006 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.006 mg/L
Cholesterol & blood sugar effects, liver damage
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns
Chlorite 10 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 1 mg/L
Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 13 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

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.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Chlorite at 10 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 1 mg/L. Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children. Consider ferrous sulfate reduction filtration.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Kansas

City of Galva
870 people
0 violations
City of Kiowa
869 people
D 17 violations
C 7 violations
C 11 violations
City of Lebo
883 people
0 violations

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.

Average Home Safety Score: D (50/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

23 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 8 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
August 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2025 Chlorite Health-based Unresolved
July 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Unresolved
April 1, 2025 Chlorite Health-based Unresolved
April 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Unresolved
March 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
March 1, 2025 Contaminant 1006 Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
November 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 13 Yes
Chlorite Disinfection Byproducts 10 Yes
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 4 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 3 No
Contaminant 1006 Other Violation 1 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 No

Health Risk Details

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)

Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter →

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 →

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
67430 0.0087 mg/L No N/A
67446 0.0017 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.

Need help with your water quality?

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mitchell Company Rwd 2 water safe to drink?

Mitchell Company Rwd 2 has recorded 23 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

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.

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
278
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: 873
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 Mitchell Company Rwd 2 safe to drink?
Mitchell Company Rwd 2 has a D safety grade based on 32 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Mitchell Company Rwd 2's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Contaminant 1006, Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Chlorite. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 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 0.0087 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 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

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

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