Truesdale, MO Water Safety: 83/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 4 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
EPA compliance records for Truesdale tell a largely clear story: violation rates are low, health-based exceedances are uncommon, and the city's grade puts it well above average within MO.
How Truesdale Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Truesdale Water
- Average lead level: 0.0041 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 34% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.28 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Truesdale
At present, 3 utilities serve the bulk of Truesdale, MO's residential water connections out of 4 systems active in the area, spread across independent providers with separate infrastructure and compliance obligations.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Truesdale, Missouri (population ~980), covering 4 community water systems serving approximately 14,103 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Truesdale — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Truesdale: 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
Truesdale water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0041 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63380 | B | Truesdale Public Water System | 853 |
All ZIP Codes in Truesdale
- 63380 [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 Truesdale
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
Housing & Infrastructure in Truesdale
Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Housing age is a practical proxy for plumbing risk because federal standards changed in 1986, when lead solder was banned from new residential construction, and again earlier — before 1970, lead pipes were themselves commonly installed. Truesdale's median build year of 2009 sits in the range where both pre- and post-1986 homes are well represented. The bar chart above reflects that mixed picture: the distribution captures pockets of older housing alongside more recent development, and those pockets carry real lead risk potential at the individual property level.
Most homes in Truesdale were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Truesdale Homeowners
While no remediation project is entirely without cost, the relationship between estimated remediation and property values in Truesdale is notably favorable — the equity share is small enough that the household financial perspective is one of proportionality rather than pressure, and most homeowners can treat it as routine planning rather than a significant financial event.
Remediation costs in Truesdale are relatively low compared to home values. The $0–$800 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 14% above the Missouri average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Truesdale
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.
Older stock in Truesdale represents 34% of the inventory, and citywide monitoring runs at or above the federal action level — making an in-home read a standard household-level step.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
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