Water System Report MO

Gentry County Pwsd 2

EPA ID: MO1021221 ยท 900 people served ยท 6 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Gentry County Pwsd 2 (MO1021221): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. With a five-year violation-free history, Gentry County Pwsd 2 delivers safe water to 900 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

900
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$149K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$61,101
Median Household Income
19,229
Service Area Population
69%
Disadvantaged Population
58th
Poverty Percentile
73th
Energy Burden Percentile
66%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Gentry County Pwsd 2 serves a community with a median household income of $61,101 and an estimated 19,229 residents across its service area. Approximately 66% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 69% 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

Gentry County Pwsd 2'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
2th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 77% 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. 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†’

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $740
Radon Mitigation $720
Water Filtration $300
PFAS Treatment $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,060

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 $2,060 (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

Gentry County Pwsd 2 (EPA ID: MO1021221) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 900 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 6 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 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 Gentry County Pwsd 2 (MO1021221) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gentry County Pwsd 2 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Gentry County Pwsd 2 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 Gentry County Pwsd 2 serve?

Gentry County Pwsd 2 serves approximately 900 people across 6 ZIP codes in Missouri.

Where does Gentry County Pwsd 2 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Gentry County Pwsd 2 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Gentry County Pwsd 2 serve?
Gentry County Pwsd 2 serves approximately 900 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is Gentry County Pwsd 2's water source?
Gentry County Pwsd 2 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Gentry County Pwsd 2's service area?
The Gentry County Pwsd 2 service area has a median household income of $61,101. EPA EJScreen data classifies 69% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Gentry County Pwsd 2 get its water?
Gentry County Pwsd 2'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.). Gentry County Pwsd 2 Water Quality Report, MO. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mo1021221/
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