Water System Report KS

City of Wakeeney,

EPA ID: KS2019501 · 1,790 people served · 2 ZIP codes

For the full five-year period covered by EPA monitoring, City of Wakeeney, has supplied tap water to 1,790 residents with no violations of any type on record.

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

D · 40
Avg Safety Score
1,790
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$159K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$77,986
Median Household Income
2,362
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
81%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Wakeeney, serves a community with a median household income of $77,986 and an estimated 2,362 residents across its service area. Approximately 81% 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 Wakeeney,'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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 3% of homes in Trego 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
3 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 95% 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

WAKEENEY, CITY OF (EPA ID: KS2019501) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 1,790 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (40/100)

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

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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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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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Wakeeney, (KS2019501) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Wakeeney, water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Wakeeney, serve?

City of Wakeeney, serves approximately 1,790 people across 2 ZIP codes in Kansas.

Where does City of Wakeeney, 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:

1
Confirmed Lead
572
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
579
Confirmed Non-Lead

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: 1,790
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 Wakeeney, safe to drink?
City of Wakeeney, has a D 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 Wakeeney, 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 Wakeeney, serve?
City of Wakeeney, serves approximately 1,790 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Wakeeney,'s water source?
City of Wakeeney, draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Wakeeney,'s service area?
The City of Wakeeney, service area has a median household income of $77,986. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Wakeeney, get its water?
City of Wakeeney,'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.

What You Can Do

1

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3

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