Water System Report MO

Cass County Pwsd 4

EPA ID: MO1024116 ยท 1,840 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Cass County Pwsd 4 (MO1024116): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Cass County Pwsd 4 earns a clean bill from EPA monitoring - no violations in five years across a service area of 1,840 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,840
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00445 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$229K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$76,907
Median Household Income
21,595
Service Area Population
5%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
53%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Cass County Pwsd 4 serves a community with a median household income of $76,907 and an estimated 21,595 residents across its service area. Approximately 53% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Cass County Pwsd 4'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

45 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
25 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 64% 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

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3 violations
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $900
Water Filtration $225
PFAS Treatment $125
Total Estimated Cost $2,450

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 $2,450 (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

Cass County Pwsd 4 (EPA ID: MO1024116) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 1,840 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 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
0.00445 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.

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 Cass County Pwsd 4 (MO1024116) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cass County Pwsd 4 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Cass 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 Cass County Pwsd 4 serve?

Cass County Pwsd 4 serves approximately 1,840 people across 4 ZIP codes in Missouri.

Where does Cass County Pwsd 4 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Cass 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 Cass County Pwsd 4 serve?
Cass County Pwsd 4 serves approximately 1,840 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Cass County Pwsd 4's water source?
Cass County Pwsd 4 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Cass County Pwsd 4's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00445 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Cass County Pwsd 4's service area?
The Cass County Pwsd 4 service area has a median household income of $76,907. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Cass County Pwsd 4 get its water?
Cass County Pwsd 4'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Cass County Pwsd 4 Water Quality Report, MO. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mo1024116/
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