Water System Report MO

Caldwell County Pwsd 2

EPA ID: MO1024079 · 695 people served · 4 ZIP codes

Across every monitored period in the past five years, Caldwell County Pwsd 2 reported no EPA violations for its service population of 695.

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

B · 83
Avg Safety Score
695
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00104 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$182K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 3 (2024) to 2 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$64,573
Median Household Income
18,966
Service Area Population
71%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
85th
Energy Burden Percentile
62%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Caldwell County Pwsd 2 serves a community with a median household income of $64,573 and an estimated 18,966 residents across its service area. Approximately 62% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 71% 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

Caldwell 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
27th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
8th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Holt 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

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 69% 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. 2 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $600
Flood Insurance $600
PFAS Treatment $250
Water Filtration $75
Total Estimated Cost $1,525

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 $1,525 (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

Caldwell County Pwsd 2 (EPA ID: MO1024079) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 695 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (83/100)

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

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
64649 0.00104 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 Caldwell County Pwsd 2 (MO1024079) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Caldwell County Pwsd 2 water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Caldwell County Pwsd 2 has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Caldwell County Pwsd 2 serve?

Caldwell County Pwsd 2 serves approximately 695 people across 4 ZIP codes in Missouri.

Where does Caldwell County Pwsd 2 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
104
Unknown Material
181
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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 695
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 Caldwell County Pwsd 2 safe to drink?
Caldwell County Pwsd 2 earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Caldwell 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 Caldwell County Pwsd 2 serve?
Caldwell County Pwsd 2 serves approximately 695 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Caldwell County Pwsd 2's water source?
Caldwell County Pwsd 2 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Caldwell County Pwsd 2's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00104 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Caldwell County Pwsd 2's service area?
The Caldwell County Pwsd 2 service area has a median household income of $64,573. EPA EJScreen data classifies 71% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Caldwell County Pwsd 2 get its water?
Caldwell 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.
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