Monitoring Violations MO

Daviess County Pwsd 2

EPA ID: MO1021080 · 2,448 people served · 11 ZIP codes

Compliance tracking for Daviess County Pwsd 2 shows 1 pending violation logged in the EPA system — the supplier delivers water to approximately 2,448 residents while those findings remain open.

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

B · 73
Avg Safety Score
2,448
People Served
11
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.01079 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
5
Contaminants Flagged
$125K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 1 (2021) to 6 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Daviess County Pwsd 2 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$59,167
Median Household Income
14,904
Service Area Population
68%
Disadvantaged Population
69th
Poverty Percentile
88th
Energy Burden Percentile
64%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Daviess County Pwsd 2 serves a community with a median household income of $59,167 and an estimated 14,904 residents across its service area. Approximately 64% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 68% 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?

Groundwater

Daviess County Pwsd 2'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
16th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
9th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 3% of homes in DeKalb 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

52 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
17 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 75% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Daviess County Pwsd 2 compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Stage 1 DBP Rule 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.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report 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. 1 detection 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 →

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Missouri

B 6 violations
Clay County Pwsd 9
2,465 people
C 1 violation
Ray County Pwsd 1
2,490 people
0 violations
Texas County Pwsd 4
2,398 people
B 10 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $400
Flood Insurance $240
Water Filtration $180
PFAS Treatment $50
Total Estimated Cost $870

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 $870 (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

Daviess County Pwsd 2 (EPA ID: MO1021080) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 2,448 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 11 ZIP codes across 11 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (73/100)

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

Violation History

2 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
March 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
64625 0.01079 mg/L No N/A
64620 0.00241 mg/L No N/A
64640 0.00171 mg/L No N/A
64647 0.00171 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate 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 Daviess County Pwsd 2 (MO1021080) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Daviess County Pwsd 2 water safe to drink?

Daviess County Pwsd 2 has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Daviess County Pwsd 2 serve?

Daviess County Pwsd 2 serves approximately 2,448 people across 11 ZIP codes in Missouri.

Where does Daviess County Pwsd 2 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
1,197
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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: 2,448
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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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Daviess County Pwsd 2 safe to drink?
Daviess County Pwsd 2 earns a B safety grade with 2 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Daviess County Pwsd 2's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Stage 1 DBP Rule, Stage 2 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 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 Daviess County Pwsd 2 serve?
Daviess County Pwsd 2 serves approximately 2,448 people with drinking water across 11 ZIP codes.
What is Daviess County Pwsd 2's water source?
Daviess County Pwsd 2 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Daviess County Pwsd 2's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.01079 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Daviess County Pwsd 2's service area?
The Daviess County Pwsd 2 service area has a median household income of $59,167. EPA EJScreen data classifies 68% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Daviess County Pwsd 2 get its water?
Daviess County Pwsd 2'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 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

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

Daviess County Pwsd 2 (EPA ID: MO1021080) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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