Springfield, MO: 32 Health Violations — 72/100 (2026)
16 ZIP codes · 11 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Based on current monitoring, Springfield holds an above-average drinking water safety record for MO — violations are infrequent and typically minor when they do appear.
How Springfield Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Springfield, MO
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Distribution of water safety grades across Springfield.
Springfield Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 416 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0051 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,350 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.07 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Springfield
Throughout Springfield, MO, water comes from one of 3 primary utilities out of 11 total systems — independent providers with different rate structures, infrastructure, and compliance records that vary across the service territory.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 16 ZIP codes in Springfield, Missouri, covering 11 community water systems serving approximately 236,423 people.
16 of 16 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 32 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Springfield: B (72/100)
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
Springfield water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0051 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)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 16 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 102 | 16 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 102 | 16 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 85 | 16 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 34 | 16 |
| Total Coliform | Microbiological | 34 | 16 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65801 | B | 26 | 2 | Springfield Public Water System |
| 65802 | B | 26 | 2 | Springfield Public Water System |
| 65803 | B | 26 | 2 | Springfield Public Water System |
| 65804 | B | 26 | 2 | Springfield Public Water System |
| 65805 | B | 26 | 2 | Springfield Public Water System |
| 65806 | B | 26 | 2 | Springfield Public Water System |
| 65807 | B | 26 | 2 | Springfield Public Water System |
| 65808 | B | 26 | 2 | Springfield Public Water System |
| 65809 | B | 26 | 2 | Springfield Public Water System |
| 65810 | B | 26 | 2 | Springfield Public Water System |
All ZIP Codes in Springfield
- 65801 [B] — 26 violations ⚠
- 65802 [B] — 26 violations ⚠
- 65803 [B] — 26 violations ⚠
- 65804 [B] — 26 violations ⚠
- 65805 [B] — 26 violations ⚠
- 65806 [B] — 26 violations ⚠
- 65807 [B] — 26 violations ⚠
- 65808 [B] — 26 violations ⚠
- 65809 [B] — 26 violations ⚠
- 65810 [B] — 26 violations ⚠
- 65814 [B] — 26 violations ⚠
- 65817 [B] — 26 violations ⚠
- 65890 [B] — 26 violations ⚠
- 65897 [B] — 26 violations ⚠
- 65898 [B] — 26 violations ⚠
- 65899 [B] — 26 violations ⚠
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 Springfield
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
Key Contaminants Detected in Springfield
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Springfield: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Across Springfield, the equity share taken up by estimated remediation is small — a favorable ratio for most property owners.
Remediation costs in Springfield are relatively low compared to home values. The $850–$2,088 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 1% below the Missouri average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Springfield
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 Springfield 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.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Springfield
How does Springfield's flood record connect to local water quality? The NFIP documents 168 claims — enough to signal recurring events — and 50% of ZIP codes carry FEMA flood zone status. That combination places flooding in the category of factors that can periodically affect water infrastructure, even if the area isn't among the highest-exposure communities in the NFIP dataset.
Springfield has a moderate flood history with 168 FEMA claims averaging $14,715 per payout. 50% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,350</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
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