Historical Compliance Records MO 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Harrison County Pwsd 2

EPA ID: MO1024242 ยท 3,740 people served ยท 11 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Harrison County Pwsd 2 (MO1024242): 1 past health-based violation, since resolved. Although 10 violations appeared on Harrison County Pwsd 2's record, all have been remedied - currently compliant, 3,740 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

3,740
People Served
11
ZIP Codes Served
10
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00134 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
5
Contaminants Flagged
$103K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$53,372
Median Household Income
10,953
Service Area Population
95%
Disadvantaged Population
76th
Poverty Percentile
88th
Energy Burden Percentile
66%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Harrison County Pwsd 2 serves a community with a median household income of $53,372 and an estimated 10,953 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: 95% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Harrison 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
9th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

60 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
9 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 87% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Harrison County Pwsd 2 compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
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

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

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.

Contaminant 0700 at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper 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 โ†’

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 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

Johnson County Pwsd 1
3,730 people
2 violations
Clinton County Pwsd 3
3,722 people
1 violation
0 violations
3 violations
5 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 $382
Water Filtration $136
PFAS Treatment $45
Total Estimated Cost $964

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

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

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $964 (one-time) vs. $10,330 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

Harrison County Pwsd 2 (EPA ID: MO1024242) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 3,740 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 10 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 10 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 1, 2026 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved
December 1, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved
May 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved
November 4, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
September 8, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Resolved
June 10, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 6 Yes
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00134 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 Harrison County Pwsd 2 (MO1024242) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harrison County Pwsd 2 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Harrison County Pwsd 2; its 10 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Harrison County Pwsd 2 serve?

Harrison County Pwsd 2 serves approximately 3,740 people across 11 ZIP codes in Missouri.

Where does Harrison County Pwsd 2 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
58

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Harrison County Pwsd 2's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Contaminant 0700, Lead and Copper 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 Harrison County Pwsd 2 serve?
Harrison County Pwsd 2 serves approximately 3,740 people with drinking water across 11 ZIP codes.
What is Harrison County Pwsd 2's water source?
Harrison County Pwsd 2 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Harrison County Pwsd 2's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00134 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Harrison County Pwsd 2's service area?
The Harrison County Pwsd 2 service area has a median household income of $53,372. EPA EJScreen data classifies 95% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Harrison County Pwsd 2 get its water?
Harrison 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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Harrison County Pwsd 2 (MO): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mo1024242/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Harrison County Pwsd 2 (EPA ID: MO1024242) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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