Historical Compliance Records MO

Smithville Public Water System

EPA ID: MO1010748 ยท 10,885 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Smithville Public Water System (MO1010748): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. Water monitoring history for Smithville Public Water System includes 1 violation, each addressed and closed - the system holds no active EPA enforcement today for its 10,885 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

D ยท 53
Avg Safety Score
10,885
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00269 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
1
Contaminants Flagged
$307K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary - Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$101,063
Median Household Income
14,060
Service Area Population
9%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
33%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Smithville Public Water System serves a community with a median household income of $101,063 and an estimated 14,060 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Smithville 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

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

Detected Contaminants

How Smithville Public Water System compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Fecal Coliform at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

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†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $2,900

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 $2,900 (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

Smithville Public Water System (EPA ID: MO1010748) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 10,885 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 64089 in Smithville.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: D (53/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 1 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 0 resolved, 1 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, 2022 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Archived

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00269 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.

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.

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 Smithville Public Water System (MO1010748) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Smithville Public Water System water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Smithville Public Water System; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Smithville Public Water System serve?

Smithville Public Water System serves approximately 10,885 people across 1 ZIP code in Missouri.

Where does Smithville 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
87
Detections
2
Latest sample
5/13/2025
Highest analyte
PFBA: 7.7 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBA 7.7 ppt โ€” โ€”

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) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Smithville Public Water System safe to drink?
Smithville Public Water System has a D safety grade based on 1 recorded violation. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Smithville Public Water System's water?
Detected contaminants include Fecal Coliform. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 Smithville Public Water System serve?
Smithville Public Water System serves approximately 10,885 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Smithville Public Water System's water source?
Smithville Public Water System draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Smithville Public Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00269 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Smithville Public Water System's service area?
The Smithville Public Water System service area has a median household income of $101,063. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Smithville Public Water System get its water?
Smithville 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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Smithville Public Water System (MO): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mo1010748/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

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