Current Noncompliance KS

Russell Company Rwd 3

EPA ID: KS2016704 ยท 1,300 people served ยท 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Russell Company Rwd 3 (KS2016704): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. In the current EPA monitoring period, Russell Company Rwd 3 has 1 violation still listed as unresolved, with the utility supplying water to approximately 1,300 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,300
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0034 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
2
Contaminants Flagged
$119K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Russell Company Rwd 3 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$55,763
Median Household Income
28,596
Service Area Population
40%
Disadvantaged Population
62th
Poverty Percentile
68th
Energy Burden Percentile
87%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Russell Company Rwd 3 serves a community with a median household income of $55,763 and an estimated 28,596 residents across its service area. Approximately 87% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 40% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Russell Company Rwd 3'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
46th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
58th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

67 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
2 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 97% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Russell Company Rwd 3 compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 10 detections recorded. 3 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Kansas

Republic Company Rwd 2
1,293 people
12 violations
Lyon Company Rwd 5
1,310 people
1 violation
Sedgwick Company Rwd 1
1,275 people
4 violations
City of Yates Center
1,335 people
32 violations
City of Wathena
1,242 people
3 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $720
Water Filtration $240
PFAS Treatment $120
Total Estimated Cost $2,280

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,280 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Russell Company Rwd 3 (EPA ID: KS2016704) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 1,300 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Violation History

1 current noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
December 30, 2021 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0034 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 $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Russell Company Rwd 3 (KS2016704) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Russell Company Rwd 3 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Russell Company Rwd 3 serve?

Russell Company Rwd 3 serves approximately 1,300 people across 5 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does Russell Company Rwd 3 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Russell Company Rwd 3's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule, Stage 2 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 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 Russell Company Rwd 3 serve?
Russell Company Rwd 3 serves approximately 1,300 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Russell Company Rwd 3's water source?
Russell Company Rwd 3 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Russell Company Rwd 3's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0034 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Russell Company Rwd 3's service area?
The Russell Company Rwd 3 service area has a median household income of $55,763. EPA EJScreen data classifies 40% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Russell Company Rwd 3 get its water?
Russell Company Rwd 3'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Russell Company Rwd 3 (KS): 3 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ks2016704/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Russell Company Rwd 3 (EPA ID: KS2016704) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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