Water Quality in Grover, MO: 1 Violation - Grade N/A
3 water systems · 1 directly mapped ZIP records
Available EPA records report 1 violations across 1 directly mapped ZIP records with known counts for Grover. This is compliance evidence, not a property-level tap-water verdict.
Data: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
Water Quality by ZIP Code in Grover
This table shows typed EPA water evidence only. Missing violation counts are displayed as N/A, not zero.
| ZIP Code | Violations | Health | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63040 | 1 | 1 | View report → |
Water Quality Overview
Grover, Missouri has directly mapped EPA water-system data for 1 ZIP codes. This page reports typed compliance facts and does not relabel the multi-source Home Safety Score as a drinking-water grade.
The available EPA records report 1 violation, including 1 health-based violation across 1 directly mapped ZIP record with reported counts.
Lead Levels
The average 90th percentile lead level across Grover water systems is 0.0016 mg/L - within EPA limits. No exceedances appear among the 1 ZIP records with known lead status.
Water Systems Serving Grover
Grover is served by 3 community water systems regulated under the Safe Drinking Water Act. These systems collectively serve approximately 8,826 people across 1 ZIP code.
Each water system is identified by a Public Water System ID (PWSID) and is required to:
- Test for over 90 regulated contaminants on a regular schedule
- Report results to the EPA and state regulators
- Issue an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) to all customers
- Take corrective action when violations occur
The EPA has taken 6 enforcement actions against water systems serving Grover. Enforcement actions range from informal compliance assistance to formal orders and penalties.
How to Check Your Water in Grover
Enter your ZIP code on ZipCheckup to see your specific water system data, including contaminant levels and violation history
Request your CCR - your water utility must provide an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results for all monitored contaminants
Get a home test - certified kits cost $20–$50 and test for lead, bacteria, and common contaminants. Professional lab tests ($150–$400) cover a broader panel
Consider filtration - NSF-certified filters can remove specific contaminants. Reverse osmosis removes the broadest range; activated carbon is effective for chlorine and many organics
Check for advisories - monitor your local utility website and local news for boil water advisories or system alerts
EPA Enforcement History
The EPA and state regulators have taken 6 enforcement actions against water systems serving Grover. Recent actions:
| Date | Action Type |
|---|---|
| 2025-01-07 | State Informal Action |
| 2024-12-04 | State Filed Judgment |
| 2024-12-04 | State Informal Enforcement |
| 2024-11-25 | State Order Extension |
| 2024-03-14 | State Order Extension |
| 2024-03-14 | State Informal Action |
Enforcement actions range from informal compliance assistance to formal orders and penalties. The most recent action was on 2025-01-07.
Grover vs. Nearby Missouri Cities
How Grover's water quality compares to similar cities in Missouri:
| City | Direct EPA ZIPs | Violations | Systems | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grover | 1 | 1 | 3 | 8,826 |
| Greenwood | 1 | 12 | 5 | 8,743 |
| Mount Vernon | 1 | 6 | 2 | 8,910 |
| Centralia | 1 | 16 | 5 | 8,740 |
Common Questions About Grover Water
These are the most common questions residents search for about water quality in Grover, Missouri:
Is Grover water hard or soft? Water hardness varies by source. Grover's 3 water systems use multiple sources. Check your ZIP code report for specific hardness data.
Can I drink Grover tap water? City-level EPA records cannot determine safety at a specific tap. The measured subset contains 1 health-based violation; check the affected utility record and consider certified testing.
What is the best water filter for Grover? A NSF/ANSI 53-certified filter for lead removal is a good general choice. See our Water Filter Matcher for personalized recommendations.
Grover vs. Missouri Average
Understanding how Grover compares to the broader Missouri average helps contextualize your local water quality. Factors like water source, treatment methods, and infrastructure age all contribute to differences between cities in the same state.
To see how individual neighborhoods compare, check the ZIP code reports below - water quality can vary significantly even within Grover.
ZIP Codes in Grover
Grover spans 1 ZIP code. EPA water-system coverage is available for 1 directly mapped ZIP code. Check each ZIP code for detailed contaminant data, violation history, and system information.
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
- Enforcement: EPA ECHO database
- Filter recommendations: NSF/ANSI certified products
Source reporting periods vary. See each cited source for its publication schedule.