Historical Compliance Records MO

Lake Waukomis Public Water System

EPA ID: MO1010445 ยท 1,083 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Lake Waukomis Public Water System (MO1010445): 4 EPA violations in the last five years. A total of 4 EPA violations spanning the past five monitoring years sit on Lake Waukomis Public Water System's record - every finding has been officially cleared, and the supplier now holds current compliance status for its service population of approximately 1,083 people, with no outstanding enforcement of any kind.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,083
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00216 mg/L
Max Lead Level
3
Contaminants Flagged
$322K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$92,017
Median Household Income
41,820
Service Area Population
5%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
35%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lake Waukomis Public Water System serves a community with a median household income of $92,017 and an estimated 41,820 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Lake Waukomis Public Water System's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

30 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
38 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 44% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Lake Waukomis Public Water System compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

Surface Water Treatment 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. 2 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†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Missouri

Jcpsd Summer Set
1,080 people
0 violations
Clinton County Pwsd 1
1,080 people
0 violations
Chariton County Pwsd 2
1,078 people
4 violations
23 violations
Lake Sherwood Subd
1,100 people
45 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $600
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $1,100

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,100 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Lake Waukomis Public Water System (EPA ID: MO1010445) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 1,083 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 4 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 4 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 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
October 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
December 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
August 1, 2022 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 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
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00216 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.

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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 Lake Waukomis Public Water System (MO1010445) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lake Waukomis Public Water System water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Lake Waukomis Public Water System; its 4 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Lake Waukomis Public Water System serve?

Lake Waukomis Public Water System serves approximately 1,083 people across 2 ZIP codes in Missouri.

Where does Lake Waukomis Public Water System get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Lake Waukomis Public Water System's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Stage 1 DBP Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 3 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 Lake Waukomis Public Water System serve?
Lake Waukomis Public Water System serves approximately 1,083 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Lake Waukomis Public Water System's water source?
Lake Waukomis Public Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Lake Waukomis Public Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00216 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Lake Waukomis Public Water System's service area?
The Lake Waukomis Public Water System service area has a median household income of $92,017. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Lake Waukomis Public Water System get its water?
Lake Waukomis Public Water System's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. 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.). Lake Waukomis Public Water System (MO): 4 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mo1010445/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

Contact your utility

Lake Waukomis Public Water System (EPA ID: MO1010445) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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