Water System Report MO

Henry County Pwsd 4

EPA ID: MO1021175 ยท 1,140 people served ยท 7 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Henry County Pwsd 4 (MO1021175): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring records confirm Henry County Pwsd 4 has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window - covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 1,140 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,140
People Served
7
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00123 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$165K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Henry County Pwsd 4 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$67,765
Median Household Income
23,484
Service Area Population
40%
Disadvantaged Population
57th
Poverty Percentile
59th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Henry County Pwsd 4 serves a community with a median household income of $67,765 and an estimated 23,484 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Henry County Pwsd 4'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
41th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
13th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

53 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
19 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 74% of expected lifespan used End of life

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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Missouri

Holt County Pwsd 1
1,140 people
7 violations
1 violation
Dent County Pwsd 1
1,122 people
2 violations
0 violations
Howard County Pwsd 2
1,165 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $600
Radon Mitigation $514
Water Filtration $86
PFAS Treatment $71
Total Estimated Cost $1,271

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

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

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,271 (one-time) vs. $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

Henry County Pwsd 4 (EPA ID: MO1021175) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 1,140 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 7 ZIP codes across 7 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00123 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 2 (Moderate 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 Henry County Pwsd 4 (MO1021175) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Henry County Pwsd 4 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Henry County Pwsd 4 in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Henry County Pwsd 4 serve?

Henry County Pwsd 4 serves approximately 1,140 people across 7 ZIP codes in Missouri.

Where does Henry County Pwsd 4 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Henry County Pwsd 4 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Henry County Pwsd 4 serve?
Henry County Pwsd 4 serves approximately 1,140 people with drinking water across 7 ZIP codes.
What is Henry County Pwsd 4's water source?
Henry County Pwsd 4 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Henry County Pwsd 4's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00123 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Henry County Pwsd 4's service area?
The Henry County Pwsd 4 service area has a median household income of $67,765. EPA EJScreen data classifies 40% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Henry County Pwsd 4 get its water?
Henry County Pwsd 4'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.

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APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Henry County Pwsd 4 Water Quality Report, MO. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mo1021175/
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