Monitoring Violations KS

City of Burdett

EPA ID: KS2014501 · 218 people served · 1 ZIP code

In the five-year tracking period, City of Burdett filed 2 violations — each has been cleared, and the utility now meets all federal standards for its 218 residents.

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

C · 65
Avg Safety Score
218
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0051 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
2
Contaminants Flagged
$72K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$57,083
Median Household Income
456
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
78%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Burdett serves a community with a median household income of $57,083 and an estimated 456 residents across its service area. Approximately 78% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

City of Burdett'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Pawnee 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

76 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

Detected Contaminants

How City of Burdett compares to EPA limits

Gross Beta 1 pCi/L (2% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 50 pCi/L

What This Means For You

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,200 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

City of Burdett, (EPA ID: KS2014501) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 218 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 67523 in Burdett.

Average Home Safety Score: C (65/100)

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

Violation History

2 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2023 Gross Beta Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Gross Beta Radionuclides 1 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
67523 0.0051 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.

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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 Burdett (KS2014501) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Burdett water safe to drink?

City of Burdett has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does City of Burdett serve?

City of Burdett serves approximately 218 people across 1 ZIP code in Kansas.

Where does City of Burdett 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
126
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.
Compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 4G.
Population served: 218
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 Burdett safe to drink?
City of Burdett has a C safety grade based on 2 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in City of Burdett's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 2 DBP Rule, Gross Beta. 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 City of Burdett serve?
City of Burdett serves approximately 218 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Burdett's water source?
City of Burdett draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Burdett's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0051 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Burdett's service area?
The City of Burdett service area has a median household income of $57,083. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Burdett get its water?
City of Burdett'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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City of Burdett (EPA ID: KS2014501) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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