Current Noncompliance KS

Osage Company Rwd 8

EPA ID: KS2013918 ยท 2,240 people served ยท 10 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Osage Company Rwd 8 (KS2013918): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Within the EPA compliance database, Osage Company Rwd 8 shows 1 violation still pending resolution - a status that applies across the full service territory of approximately 2,240 people and reflects findings that have not yet cleared the federal enforcement process or received formal closure.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,240
People Served
10
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
1
Contaminants Flagged
$172K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Osage Company Rwd 8 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$72,829
Median Household Income
56,586
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
51th
Poverty Percentile
68th
Energy Burden Percentile
57%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Osage Company Rwd 8 serves a community with a median household income of $72,829 and an estimated 56,586 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Osage Company Rwd 8'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
41th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

47 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 68% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Osage Company Rwd 8 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. 6 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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Kansas

City of Neodesha
2,246 people
1 violation
City of Phillipsburg
2,254 people
1 violation
City of Kechi
2,261 people
0 violations
Crawford Company Rwd 5
2,200 people
3 violations
Finney Company Rwd 1
2,200 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,020
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $240
PFAS Treatment $200
Total Estimated Cost $1,860

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 $1,860 (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

Osage Company Rwd 8 (EPA ID: KS2013918) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 2,240 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 10 ZIP codes across 8 communities.

Violation History

1 current noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 0 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 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
July 2, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)

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 evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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 2 (Moderate 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 Osage Company Rwd 8 (KS2013918) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Osage Company Rwd 8 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Osage Company Rwd 8 serve?

Osage Company Rwd 8 serves approximately 2,240 people across 10 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does Osage Company Rwd 8 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Osage Company Rwd 8'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 Osage Company Rwd 8 serve?
Osage Company Rwd 8 serves approximately 2,240 people with drinking water across 10 ZIP codes.
What is Osage Company Rwd 8's water source?
Osage Company Rwd 8 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Osage Company Rwd 8's service area?
The Osage Company Rwd 8 service area has a median household income of $72,829. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Osage Company Rwd 8 get its water?
Osage Company Rwd 8'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Osage Company Rwd 8 (KS): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ks2013918/
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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

Osage Company Rwd 8 (EPA ID: KS2013918) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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