Current Noncompliance MO 3 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Concordia Public Water System

EPA ID: MO1010184 ยท 2,500 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Concordia Public Water System (MO1010184): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Five-year compliance data for Concordia Public Water System includes 1 violation the EPA has not yet marked resolved - those open findings are part of the utility's current enforcement profile, covering a service population of approximately 2,500 residents across the area it supplies.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,500
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
12
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
9
Contaminants Flagged
$182K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Concordia Public Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$83,090
Median Household Income
10,068
Service Area Population
14%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
73%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Concordia Public Water System serves a community with a median household income of $83,090 and an estimated 10,068 residents across its service area. Approximately 73% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Concordia Public Water System's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

53 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
15 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 78% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Concordia Public Water System compares to EPA limits

Contaminant 1009 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.004 mg/L
Intestinal damage, bone damage
Chlorite 3 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 1 mg/L
Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children

What This Means For You

Contaminant 1009 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.004 mg/L. Intestinal damage, bone damage. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Chlorite at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 1 mg/L. Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children. Consider ferrous sulfate reduction filtration.

Fecal Coliform at 2 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Contaminant 1008 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 3 detections recorded.

Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Contaminant 1009 was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

Find a certified water filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
PFAS Treatment $500
Radon Mitigation $400
Flood Insurance $400
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $1,400

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,165
10 years
$10,330
20 years
$20,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,400 (one-time) vs. $10,330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Concordia Public Water System (EPA ID: MO1010184) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 2,500 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

1 current noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 6 resolved, 5 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 1, 2026 Chlorite Health-based Archived
October 1, 2025 Chlorite Health-based Archived
July 2, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 14, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
March 1, 2024 Contaminant 1008 Non-health-based Resolved
March 1, 2024 Contaminant 1009 Non-health-based Resolved
March 1, 2024 E. coli Non-health-based Archived
March 1, 2024 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Archived
March 1, 2024 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Chlorite Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2021 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2021 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Chlorite Disinfection Byproducts 3 Yes
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 2 No
Contaminant 1008 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 1009 Other Violation 1 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No
E. coli Microbiological 1 No

Health Risk Details

Chlorite (EPA limit: 1 mg/L)

Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children At-risk groups: infants, developing fetuses, people with G6PD deficiency.

Removal methods: ferrous sulfate reduction, activated carbon, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ†’

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by MO or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Concordia Public Water System (MO1010184) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Concordia Public Water System water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Concordia Public Water System serve?

Concordia Public Water System serves approximately 2,500 people across 3 ZIP codes in Missouri.

Where does Concordia Public Water System get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Concordia Public Water System's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 1009, Chlorite, Fecal Coliform, Contaminant 1008. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Concordia Public Water System serve?
Concordia Public Water System serves approximately 2,500 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Concordia Public Water System's water source?
Concordia Public Water System draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Concordia Public Water System's service area?
The Concordia Public Water System service area has a median household income of $83,090. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Concordia Public Water System get its water?
Concordia Public Water System's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Concordia Public Water System (MO): 3 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mo1010184/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Concordia Public Water System (EPA ID: MO1010184) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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