Water System Report KS

City of Hoxie

EPA ID: KS2017901 · 1,218 people served · 1 ZIP code

Zero violations in five consecutive years of EPA monitoring — City of Hoxie has held a clean track record across every reporting cycle in that span, with no enforcement activity of any kind on file for the full service population of 1,218 residents.

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

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
1,218
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0007 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$167K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$74,821
Median Household Income
1,642
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
87%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Hoxie serves a community with a median household income of $74,821 and an estimated 1,642 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.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

City of Hoxie'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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Sheridan 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

63 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
2 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 97% 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
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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 Hoxie, (EPA ID: KS2017901) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 1,218 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 67740 in Hoxie.

Average Home Safety Score: C (66/100)

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
67740 0.0007 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 Hoxie (KS2017901) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Hoxie water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Hoxie serve?

City of Hoxie serves approximately 1,218 people across 1 ZIP code in Kansas.

Where does City of Hoxie 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
728
Unknown Material
6
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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,218
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 Hoxie safe to drink?
City of Hoxie has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
City of Hoxie 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 Hoxie serve?
City of Hoxie serves approximately 1,218 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Hoxie's water source?
City of Hoxie draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Hoxie's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0007 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Hoxie's service area?
The City of Hoxie service area has a median household income of $74,821. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Hoxie get its water?
City of Hoxie'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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