Newtonia, MO Water Safety: 83/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems serving Newtonia hold a strong EPA compliance record — the city places among the better-performing areas in MO with few health-based violations on file.
How Newtonia Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Newtonia Water: The Quick Version
- Average lead level: 0.0007 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.77 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Newtonia
Federal drinking water records identify 1 system operating in Newtonia, MO. One of those systems serves the overwhelming majority of residential addresses, concentrating infrastructure management, rate authority, and EPA compliance reporting within a single organization.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Newtonia, Missouri, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 450 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Newtonia — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Newtonia: B (83/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Newtonia water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0007 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 64853 | B | Newton Company Pwsd 1 | 450 |
All ZIP Codes in Newtonia
- 64853 [B]
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
Updated daily.
CDC Health Data for Newtonia
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Protecting Children from Lead in Newtonia
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Lead risk in Newtonia appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
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