Health Violations Found KS 18 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

City of Belleville

EPA ID: KS2015704 · 2,021 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Per EPA records, City of Belleville: 14 unresolved violations, 2,021 people in service area.

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

F · 37
Avg Safety Score
2,021
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
22
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0012 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
4
Contaminants Flagged

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 6 (2022) to 7 (2024). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade F

Service Area Demographics

$51,591
Median Household Income
2,421
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
94%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Belleville serves a community with a median household income of $51,591 and an estimated 2,421 residents across its service area. Approximately 94% 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 Belleville'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Republic 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

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

Detected Contaminants

How City of Belleville compares to EPA limits

Lead 18 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults

What This Means For You

Lead at 18 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

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

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 0700 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Kansas

City of Oakley,
2,026 people
F 13 violations
City of Ellis
2,001 people
0 violations
0 violations
Cowley Company Rwd 5
2,000 people
B 6 violations
City of Anthony
2,043 people
C 7 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,500

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $4,200

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$9,600
10 years
$19,200
20 years
$38,400

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,500 (one-time) vs. $19,200 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 Belleville, (EPA ID: KS2015704) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 2,021 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: F (37/100)

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

Violation History

18 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 14 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 2, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
November 1, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Lead Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Lead Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Lead Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Lead Health-based Unresolved
July 1, 2023 Lead Health-based Unresolved
April 1, 2023 Lead Health-based Unresolved
January 1, 2023 Lead Health-based Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead Inorganic 18 Yes
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 1 No

Health Risk Details

Lead (EPA limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level))

Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults At-risk groups: infants, children under 6, pregnant women.

Removal methods: reverse osmosis, distillation, certified carbon block filter (NSF/ANSI 53). Find the right filter →

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
66935 0.0012 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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Belleville (KS2015704) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Belleville water safe to drink?

City of Belleville has recorded 18 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does City of Belleville serve?

City of Belleville serves approximately 2,021 people across 2 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does City of Belleville 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:

2
Confirmed Lead
18
Galvanized — Replacement Required
1,175
Unknown Material
50
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 all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,021
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 Belleville safe to drink?
City of Belleville has a F safety grade based on 22 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in City of Belleville's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead, Stage 2 DBP Rule, Lead and Copper Rule, Contaminant 0700. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 contaminants 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 Belleville serve?
City of Belleville serves approximately 2,021 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Belleville's water source?
City of Belleville draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Belleville's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0012 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Belleville's service area?
The City of Belleville service area has a median household income of $51,591. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Belleville get its water?
City of Belleville'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. Based on violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

City of Belleville (EPA ID: KS2015704) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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