New Century, KS Tap Water Quality
Water safety reports for all 1 ZIP code in New Century, Kansas
Average Score
40/100
Health Violations
0
ZIP Codes
1
High Lead Risk
0
of 1 ZIP codes
About Tap Water in New Century, KS
Tap water quality in New Century, KS is a significant concern, currently receiving a below-average safety score of 40/100 across 1 ZIP code. With 0 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years, systems like City of Olathe, have struggled to maintain compliance with EPA regulations enforced by Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Residents are strongly encouraged to utilize certified water filtration systems.
A major factor in New Century's high rating is its flawless health-based violation record. Over the past 5 years of EPA tracking, local water systems have recorded zero health-based violations. This means that regulated contaminants—such as lead, arsenic, and harmful bacteria—have not exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) allowed by federal law. Drawing primarily from surface water, the city utilizes advanced filtration to maintain this standard.
Fortunately, the modeled risk for widespread lead exposure in New Century's municipal water is relatively low compared to national averages. However, because lead typically enters drinking water through the corrosion of older, individual home plumbing rather than the main supply lines, residents in homes built before 1986 should still exercise caution by running the tap before use.
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