Point Lookout, MO Water Safety: 83/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
The water systems supplying Point Lookout show a track record of above-average compliance with federal standards — consistently among the better performers in MO.
How Point Lookout Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Point Lookout Water
- Average lead level: 0.002 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.64 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Point Lookout
Federal records track 1 water system in Point Lookout, MO, and a single provider handles the dominant share of residential connections while carrying primary responsibility for EPA compliance.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Point Lookout, Missouri (population ~1,038), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 1,700 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Point Lookout — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Point Lookout: 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
Point Lookout water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0020 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65726 | B | College of the Ozarks | 1,700 |
All ZIP Codes in Point Lookout
- 65726 [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.
Health Outcomes in Point Lookout
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
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Point Lookout
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 Point Lookout 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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