Water System Report KS

City of Atwood

EPA ID: KS2015301 · 1,282 people served · 2 ZIP codes

City of Atwood carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 1,282 residents.

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

D · 53
Avg Safety Score
1,282
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$110K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$74,000
Median Household Income
1,927
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
91%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Atwood serves a community with a median household income of $74,000 and an estimated 1,927 residents across its service area. Approximately 91% 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 Atwood'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Rawlins 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

99 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 $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 Atwood, (EPA ID: KS2015301) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 1,282 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (53/100)

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
67730 0.001 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 Atwood (KS2015301) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Atwood water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Atwood serve?

City of Atwood serves approximately 1,282 people across 2 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does City of Atwood 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
853
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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,282
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 Atwood safe to drink?
City of Atwood has a D 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 Atwood 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 Atwood serve?
City of Atwood serves approximately 1,282 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Atwood's water source?
City of Atwood draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Atwood's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Atwood's service area?
The City of Atwood service area has a median household income of $74,000. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Atwood get its water?
City of Atwood'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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3

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