Health Violations Found MO 3 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Maryville Public Water System

EPA ID: MO1010508 · 10,775 people served · 1 ZIP code

Maryville Public Water System shows 1 open EPA violation in current federal records for approximately 10,775 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

C · 64
Avg Safety Score
10,775
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
9
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00605 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
5
Contaminants Flagged
$200K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 2 (2022) to 1 (2025). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$53,757
Median Household Income
14,315
Service Area Population
40%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
55%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Maryville Public Water System serves a community with a median household income of $53,757 and an estimated 14,315 residents across its service area. Approximately 55% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 40% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Maryville 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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Nodaway County, Missouri rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

38 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
32 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 54% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Maryville Public Water System compares to EPA limits

Contaminant 1009 4 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.004 mg/L
Intestinal damage, bone damage

What This Means For You

Contaminant 1009 at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.004 mg/L. Intestinal damage, bone damage. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Lead and Copper Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

Contaminant 0700 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 0800 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. 1 detection recorded.

Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
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Contaminant 1009 was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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Thomas Hill Pwsd 1
10,880 people
B 7 violations
C 2 violations
B 5 violations
A 4 violations
C 1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $3,500

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 $3,500 (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

Maryville Public Water System (EPA ID: MO1010508) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 10,775 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 64468 in Maryville.

Average Home Safety Score: C (64/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

3 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 1 remains unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
April 22, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
March 1, 2024 Contaminant 1009 Monitoring Resolved
March 1, 2024 Contaminant 1009 Health-based Resolved
February 1, 2024 Contaminant 1009 Health-based Resolved
February 1, 2024 Contaminant 1008 Monitoring Resolved
November 1, 2023 Contaminant 1009 Monitoring Unresolved
March 6, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Contaminant 1009 Other Violation 4 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Contaminant 1008 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 0800 Other Violation 1 Yes

Health Risk Details

Beryllium (EPA limit: 0.004 mg/L)

Intestinal damage, bone damage At-risk groups: long-term residents, people with gastrointestinal conditions.

Removal methods: reverse osmosis, activated alumina, coagulation/filtration. Find the right filter →

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
64468 0.00605 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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 Maryville Public Water System (MO1010508) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maryville Public Water System water safe to drink?

Maryville Public Water System has recorded 3 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Maryville Public Water System serve?

Maryville Public Water System serves approximately 10,775 people across 1 ZIP code in Missouri.

Where does Maryville Public Water System get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
91
Detections
2
Latest sample
5/16/2024
Highest analyte
PFBA: 8.7 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBA 8.7 ppt

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

6
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
4,074
Unknown Material
197
Confirmed Non-Lead

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 10,775
Reported to Missouri

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Maryville Public Water System safe to drink?
Maryville Public Water System has a C safety grade based on 9 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Maryville Public Water System's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 1009, Lead and Copper Rule, Contaminant 1008, Contaminant 0700. 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 Maryville Public Water System serve?
Maryville Public Water System serves approximately 10,775 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Maryville Public Water System's water source?
Maryville Public Water System draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Maryville Public Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00605 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Maryville Public Water System's service area?
The Maryville Public Water System service area has a median household income of $53,757. EPA EJScreen data classifies 40% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Maryville Public Water System get its water?
Maryville 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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

Contact your utility

Maryville Public Water System (EPA ID: MO1010508) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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