Fluoride in Missouri Drinking Water — 8 ZIPs Tested
EPA data analysis for fluoride in Missouri drinking water systems
ZipCheckup tracks Fluoride in Missouri drinking water: 8 ZIP codes with detected levels on record. No ZIP codes exceed the EPA limit on record. Fluoride carries a moderate health-risk designation.
Fluoride Contamination in Missouri
ZipCheckup analyzed drinking water data across 1,161 ZIP codes in Missouri for fluoride contamination. 8 ZIP codes have reported fluoride detections, and 0 have EPA violations on record.
EPA Standard for Fluoride
The EPA maximum contaminant level (MCL) for fluoride is 4.0 mg/L (MCL) / 2.0 mg/L (SMCL), governed by the National Primary Drinking Water Regulations. Water systems that exceed this limit must take corrective action and notify consumers.
Worst ZIP Codes for Fluoride in Missouri
These ZIP codes reported the highest fluoride levels in Missouri based on CCR reports and EPA data:
Lowest Fluoride Levels in Missouri
These ZIP codes had the lowest reported fluoride detections in Missouri:
Health Effects of Fluoride
At levels above the EPA MCL of 4 mg/L, fluoride can cause skeletal fluorosis (bone pain, joint stiffness). The secondary standard of 2 mg/L is set to prevent dental fluorosis in children. At levels used in water fluoridation (0.7 mg/L), fluoride helps prevent tooth decay.
How to Remove Fluoride From Drinking Water
The most effective treatment for fluoride removal is Reverse Osmosis or Activated Alumina. Look for filters certified under NSF 58 standards.
Check Your ZIP Code
Use the ZipCheckup water quality search to see fluoride data for your specific water system in Missouri.
Worst ZIP Codes for Fluoride in Missouri
Ranked by highest fluoride detection level.
| Rank | ZIP Code | City | Level Detected | EPA Limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 65023 | Centertown | 2920 ppb | 4000 ppb | Within Limit |
| 2 | 63347 | Foley | 2590 ppb | 4000 ppb | Within Limit |
| 3 | 63369 | Old Monroe | 2590 ppb | 4000 ppb | Within Limit |
| 4 | 63379 | Troy | 2590 ppb | 4000 ppb | Within Limit |
| 5 | 63389 | Winfield | 2590 ppb | 4000 ppb | Within Limit |
| 6 | 63349 | Hawk Point | 2190 ppb | 4000 ppb | Within Limit |
| 7 | 63755 | Jackson | 2150 ppb | 4000 ppb | Within Limit |
| 8 | 63779 | Pocahontas | 2150 ppb | 4000 ppb | Within Limit |
Lowest Fluoride Levels in Missouri
Cities with Fluoride Data in Missouri
6 cities in Missouri have fluoride testing data available.