Water System Report KS

Rice Company Rwd 1

EPA ID: KS2015908 · 900 people served · 10 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Rice Company Rwd 1 (KS2015908): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Compared to the national average for mid-size utilities, Rice Company Rwd 1 sit well above the baseline - five years of EPA monitoring show no violations, no MCL exceedances, and no enforcement actions for the full service territory of 900 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

900
People Served
10
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0042 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$131K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Rice Company Rwd 1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$69,058
Median Household Income
34,227
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
65th
Energy Burden Percentile
77%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Rice Company Rwd 1 serves a community with a median household income of $69,058 and an estimated 34,227 residents across its service area. Approximately 77% 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

Rice Company Rwd 1'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
45th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

69 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
3 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 96% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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Osage Company Rwd 3
900 people
2 violations
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921 people
2 violations
4 violations
15 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $660
Total Estimated Cost $1,860

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

Rice Company Rwd 1 (EPA ID: KS2015908) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 900 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 10 ZIP codes across 10 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0042 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

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.

Need help with your water quality?

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: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by KS or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Rice Company Rwd 1 (KS2015908) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rice Company Rwd 1 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Rice Company Rwd 1 in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Rice Company Rwd 1 serve?

Rice Company Rwd 1 serves approximately 900 people across 10 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does Rice Company Rwd 1 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Rice Company Rwd 1 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Rice Company Rwd 1 serve?
Rice Company Rwd 1 serves approximately 900 people with drinking water across 10 ZIP codes.
What is Rice Company Rwd 1's water source?
Rice Company Rwd 1 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Rice Company Rwd 1's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0042 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Rice Company Rwd 1's service area?
The Rice Company Rwd 1 service area has a median household income of $69,058. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Rice Company Rwd 1 get its water?
Rice Company Rwd 1'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Rice Company Rwd 1 Water Quality Report, KS. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ks2015908/
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