Water System Report KS

City of Scandia

EPA ID: KS2015710 · 337 people served · 1 ZIP code

Over five tracked years, City of Scandia has stayed completely violation-free for its 337 residents.

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

B · 70
Avg Safety Score
337
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0006 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$97K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$48,929
Median Household Income
620
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
92%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Scandia serves a community with a median household income of $48,929 and an estimated 620 residents across its service area. Approximately 92% 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 Scandia'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
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

126 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 Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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 Scandia, (EPA ID: KS2015710) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 337 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 66966 in Scandia.

Average Home Safety Score: B (70/100)

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
66966 0.0006 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 Scandia (KS2015710) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Scandia water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Scandia serve?

City of Scandia serves approximately 337 people across 1 ZIP code in Kansas.

Where does City of Scandia 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
86
Unknown Material
133
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: Reported some but not all service line types
Latest tap sample on 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 337
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 Scandia safe to drink?
City of Scandia earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
City of Scandia 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 Scandia serve?
City of Scandia serves approximately 337 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Scandia's water source?
City of Scandia draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Scandia's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0006 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Scandia's service area?
The City of Scandia service area has a median household income of $48,929. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Scandia get its water?
City of Scandia'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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