Water System Report KS

Sedgwick Company Rwd 4

EPA ID: KS2017338 · 2,580 people served · 11 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Sedgwick Company Rwd 4 (KS2017338): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Although compliance varies widely among water utilities nationally, Sedgwick Company Rwd 4 stands out with zero EPA violations over five consecutive monitoring years, delivering safe tap water to 2,580 residents and showing no enforcement activity across the entire reporting span.

Data: EPA SDWIS

B · 83
Avg Safety Score
2,580
People Served
11
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0024 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$239K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Sedgwick Company Rwd 4 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$103,851
Median Household Income
60,621
Service Area Population
33%
Disadvantaged Population
49th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
47%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Sedgwick Company Rwd 4 serves a community with a median household income of $103,851 and an estimated 60,621 residents across its service area. Approximately 47% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 33% 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.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Sedgwick Company Rwd 4'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
55th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
56th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

43 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 62% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

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 →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Kansas

City of Clearwater
2,626 people
15 violations
City of Sabetha
2,519 people
0 violations
City of Burlington
2,641 people
0 violations
Butler Company Rwd 6
2,655 people
6 violations
City of Hoisington
2,657 people
3 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,309
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $45
Total Estimated Cost $1,755

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,755 (one-time) vs. $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

Sedgwick Company Rwd 4 (EPA ID: KS2017338) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 2,580 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 11 ZIP codes across 8 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: B (83/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 11 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

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
0.0024 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 2 (Moderate 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 Sedgwick Company Rwd 4 (KS2017338) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sedgwick Company Rwd 4 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Sedgwick Company Rwd 4 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 Sedgwick Company Rwd 4 serve?

Sedgwick Company Rwd 4 serves approximately 2,580 people across 11 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does Sedgwick Company Rwd 4 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Sedgwick Company Rwd 4 safe to drink?
Sedgwick Company Rwd 4 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?
Sedgwick Company Rwd 4 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Sedgwick Company Rwd 4 serve?
Sedgwick Company Rwd 4 serves approximately 2,580 people with drinking water across 11 ZIP codes.
What is Sedgwick Company Rwd 4's water source?
Sedgwick Company Rwd 4 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Sedgwick Company Rwd 4's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0024 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Sedgwick Company Rwd 4's service area?
The Sedgwick Company Rwd 4 service area has a median household income of $103,851. EPA EJScreen data classifies 33% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Sedgwick Company Rwd 4 get its water?
Sedgwick Company Rwd 4'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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