Water System Report KS

City of Kirwin

EPA ID: KS2014702 · 132 people served · 1 ZIP code

Federal monitoring records confirm City of Kirwin has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window — covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 132 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

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

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
132
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0017 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$75K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$48,125
Median Household Income
212
Service Area Population
33%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
93%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Kirwin serves a community with a median household income of $48,125 and an estimated 212 residents across its service area. Approximately 93% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 33% 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 Kirwin'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
90th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Phillips County, Kansas rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

124 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Lead
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 $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.

System Overview

City of Kirwin, (EPA ID: KS2014702) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 132 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 67644 in Kirwin.

Average Home Safety Score: C (66/100)

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
67644 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.

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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 Kirwin (KS2014702) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Kirwin water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Kirwin serve?

City of Kirwin serves approximately 132 people across 1 ZIP code in Kansas.

Where does City of Kirwin 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
30
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
110
Confirmed Non-Lead

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: Reported some but not all service line types
Latest tap sample on 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 132
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 Kirwin safe to drink?
City of Kirwin 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 Kirwin 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 Kirwin serve?
City of Kirwin serves approximately 132 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Kirwin's water source?
City of Kirwin draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Kirwin's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0017 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Kirwin's service area?
The City of Kirwin service area has a median household income of $48,125. EPA EJScreen data classifies 33% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Kirwin get its water?
City of Kirwin'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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1

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3

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