Water System Report KS

City of Rolla,

EPA ID: KS2012902 · 380 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, City of Rolla, kept a clean EPA record — five years, no issues, 380 people served.

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

C · 68
Avg Safety Score
380
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0011 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$68K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$62,262
Median Household Income
890
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
86%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Rolla, serves a community with a median household income of $62,262 and an estimated 890 residents across its service area. Approximately 86% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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?

Groundwater

City of Rolla,'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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Morton 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

65 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $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.

System Overview

ROLLA, CITY OF (EPA ID: KS2012902) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 380 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (68/100)

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

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
67954 0.0011 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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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 Rolla, (KS2012902) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Rolla, water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Rolla, serve?

City of Rolla, serves approximately 380 people across 2 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does City of Rolla, 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
200
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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 380
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 Rolla, safe to drink?
City of Rolla, has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
City of Rolla, 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 Rolla, serve?
City of Rolla, serves approximately 380 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Rolla,'s water source?
City of Rolla, draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Rolla,'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0011 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Rolla,'s service area?
The City of Rolla, service area has a median household income of $62,262. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Rolla, get its water?
City of Rolla,'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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