Jackson County Pwsd 17
EPA ID: MO1024282 · 2,530 people served · 4 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Jackson County Pwsd 17 (MO1024282): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Jackson County Pwsd 17 carries zero EPA violations in five years - a spotless record for a utility serving 2,530 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Jackson County Pwsd 17 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Jackson County Pwsd 17 serves a community with a median household income of $86,631 and an estimated 65,278 residents across its service area. Approximately 40% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 44% 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?
Jackson County Pwsd 17'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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Missouri
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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.
System Overview
Jackson County Pwsd 17 (EPA ID: MO1024282) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 2,530 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.00149 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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree 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 Jackson County Pwsd 17 (MO1024282) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jackson County Pwsd 17 water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Jackson County Pwsd 17 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 Jackson County Pwsd 17 serve?
Jackson County Pwsd 17 serves approximately 2,530 people across 4 ZIP codes in Missouri.
Where does Jackson County Pwsd 17 get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Jackson County Pwsd 17 Water Quality Report, MO. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mo1024282/
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