Water System Report KS

Morris Company Rwd 2

EPA ID: KS2012706 · 25 people served · 1 ZIP code

Morris Company Rwd 2 carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 25 residents.

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

25
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$144K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Demographics

$60,625
Median Household Income
3,331
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
76%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Morris Company Rwd 2 serves a community with a median household income of $60,625 and an estimated 3,331 residents across its service area. Approximately 76% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Morris 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Morris 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

60 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
5 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 92% of expected lifespan used End of life

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 →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Kansas

City of Brownell
26 people
C 1 violation
Nicodemus Township
24 people
0 violations
B 36 violations
0 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
PFAS Treatment $500
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $900

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

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

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $900 (one-time) vs. $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

Morris Company Rwd 2 (EPA ID: KS2012706) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 25 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 66846 in Council Grove.

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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

  • 66846 — Council Grove

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Morris Company Rwd 2 (KS2012706) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Morris Company Rwd 2 water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Morris Company Rwd 2 has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Morris Company Rwd 2 serve?

Morris Company Rwd 2 serves approximately 25 people across 1 ZIP code in Kansas.

Where does Morris 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
38
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 2025-07-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 25
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.

Learn about lead in drinking water →

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Morris Company Rwd 2 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Morris Company Rwd 2 serve?
Morris Company Rwd 2 serves approximately 25 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Morris Company Rwd 2's water source?
Morris Company Rwd 2 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Morris Company Rwd 2's service area?
The Morris Company Rwd 2 service area has a median household income of $60,625. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Morris Company Rwd 2 get its water?
Morris 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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
Home Water Systems Kansas Morris Company Rwd 2

Get safety alerts for Morris Company Rwd 2, Kansas

Free updates when EPA data changes for this area. No spam.

Unsubscribe anytime. Privacy Policy.

Share This Page

X Facebook
Check your water filter options Free tool — no phone call required.