ZIP Code 66783 Water Quality & Testing Report
Yates Center, KS · Woodson County County · Updated for 2026
Compiled & verified by Sahajul Haque from official EPA SDWIS recordsIs Tap Water Safe to Drink in ZIP 66783 (Yates Center, KS)?
Caution / Filtration Recommended: Tap water in ZIP code 66783 (Yates Center, KS) has compliance concerns, earning an EPA Safety Grade of D (50/100) due to 20 health violation(s) and 2.2 ppb lead. While treated by City of Yates Center,, residents are advised to use an NSF/ANSI 53 certified water filter for drinking and cooking.
Water Safety Grade
Poor — Multiple violations recorded
Health Violations
20
Total Violations
28
Lead Risk
High
Contaminants
3
Active Water Quality Issues Detected
EPA records show 14 unresolved violations. Contact City of Yates Center, for current status.
About Tap Water in ZIP Code 66783
Tap water in ZIP code 66783 (Yates Center, KS) is distributed by City of Yates Center, (EPA ID: KS2020702), serving approximately 1,335 residents. Based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Act compliance records, this system receives a water safety grade of D with a composite quality score of 50/100.
Water System
City of Yates Center,
EPA ID: KS2020702
Water Source
Surface Water
Population Served
1,335 residents
County
Woodson County County, Kansas
Lead Levels in ZIP 66783
EPA action level: 15 ppb | Public health goal: 0 ppb
Lead Level: 2.2 ppb — Very Low
Lead exposure risk in 66783 is rated High. EPA models estimate a 64% exposure probability based on housing and infrastructure age.
EPA model estimate based on housing age and infrastructure
Water Hardness & Mineral Content
Grains per gallon (GPG) & Parts per million (PPM / mg/L)
Water in ZIP 66783 is Very Hard (186 mg/L / 10.9 GPG). High concentrations of dissolved limestone minerals cause severe mineral buildup, stiff laundry, dry skin, and premature water heater wear.
Grains per gallon
Parts per million CaCO3
Official EPA SDWIS Database Entry
Utility: City of Yates Center, · PWSID: KS2020702
Violation History
Past 5 years — EPA SDWIS data
City of Yates Center, has recorded 20 health-based violations out of 28 total violations over the past 5 years. 14 violations remain unresolved in EPA tracking records.
Regulatory compliance risk for this utility is rated Critical based on past reporting and enforcement records.
Contaminants Detected
Contaminants with health-based violations on record
EPA records identify 3 contaminants with health-based violations in the past 5 years: Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Chlorite, Contaminant 1009.
⚖ Enforcement Actions
Water Source & Environmental Factors
Surface Water
This system draws water from lakes, rivers, or reservoirs. Surface water is treated to remove sediment, microorganisms, and chemical contaminants before reaching taps.
Moderate potential
% of household income spent on energy — indicator of older infrastructure
EPA Radon Zone 2 — moderate radon potential. The EPA recommends testing your home regardless of zone designation.
Water Quality Testing in ZIP 66783
Tap Water & Well Testing Recommendations
Residents in ZIP code 66783 served by City of Yates Center, can test tap water or private well systems to verify water purity. Testing detects hidden contaminants before they impact family health.
Tap Water Testing Steps
- 1.Conduct a certified lead check if your home was constructed before 1986.
- 2.Use certified lab testing kits rather than uncalibrated test strips for regulated compliance.
- 3.Sample water from both your kitchen faucet and water heater to compare line purity.
Private Well Testing Steps
- •Test for Coliform bacteria and Nitrates annually.
- •Test for heavy metals, radon, and PFAS every 3 years.
- •Send samples to a state-certified drinking water laboratory recognized by Kansas Department of Health and Environment.
🛡 What Should You Do? — ZIP 66783 Recommendations
Serious water quality concerns — action recommended
- 🚨 Install a certified NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 (reverse osmosis) filter immediately for drinking and cooking
- 🚨 Do not give unfiltered water to children, pregnant women, or immunocompromised individuals
- 🚨 Contact City of Yates Center, to request the current violation status and corrective action plan
- 🚨 Report concerns to your state environmental agency or call the EPA hotline: 1-800-426-4791
- 🚨 Consider having your home's tap water independently tested by a certified lab
Recommended Water Treatment Systems:
NSF 53 Lead Pitcher Filter
Certified to remove lead. Recommended for immediate protection.
NSF 58 Under-Sink RO System
Reverse Osmosis system certified to remove PFAS, heavy metals, and viruses.
Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP 66783 Water Quality
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Data Sources & Methodology
Water quality data for ZIP code 66783 is compiled from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), EPA ECHO enforcement database, UCMR5 unregulated contaminant monitoring, and Consumer Confidence Reports filed by City of Yates Center,. Safety scores are composite metrics derived from violation history, lead levels, enforcement actions, and infrastructure risk indicators. Data reflects a 5-year monitoring window. Last dataset update: 2024. View EPA source data →