Water System Report MO

Laf Jo Saline County Cons Pwsd 2

EPA ID: MO1024326 ยท 7,180 people served ยท 15 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Laf Jo Saline County Cons Pwsd 2 (MO1024326): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring records confirm Laf Jo Saline County Cons Pwsd 2 has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window - covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 7,180 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

Data: EPA SDWIS

7,180
People Served
15
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00148 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$154K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Laf Jo Saline County Cons Pwsd 2 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$81,058
Median Household Income
48,889
Service Area Population
23%
Disadvantaged Population
59th
Poverty Percentile
57th
Energy Burden Percentile
71%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Laf Jo Saline County Cons Pwsd 2 serves a community with a median household income of $81,058 and an estimated 48,889 residents across its service area. Approximately 71% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Laf Jo Saline County Cons 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
31th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
25th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
15 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 78% 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. 11 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 PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $720
Radon Mitigation $453
PFAS Treatment $367
Water Filtration $60
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

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 $1,600 (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

Laf Jo Saline County Cons Pwsd 2 (EPA ID: MO1024326) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 7,180 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 15 ZIP codes across 15 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
0.00148 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 Laf Jo Saline County Cons Pwsd 2 (MO1024326) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Laf Jo Saline County Cons Pwsd 2 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Laf Jo Saline County Cons 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 Laf Jo Saline County Cons Pwsd 2 serve?

Laf Jo Saline County Cons Pwsd 2 serves approximately 7,180 people across 15 ZIP codes in Missouri.

Where does Laf Jo Saline County Cons Pwsd 2 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
580
Detections
2
Latest sample
7/16/2024
Highest analyte
PFBA: 9.5 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBA 9.5 ppt โ€” โ€”

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†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Laf Jo Saline County Cons 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 Laf Jo Saline County Cons Pwsd 2 serve?
Laf Jo Saline County Cons Pwsd 2 serves approximately 7,180 people with drinking water across 15 ZIP codes.
What is Laf Jo Saline County Cons Pwsd 2's water source?
Laf Jo Saline County Cons Pwsd 2 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Laf Jo Saline County Cons Pwsd 2's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00148 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Laf Jo Saline County Cons Pwsd 2's service area?
The Laf Jo Saline County Cons Pwsd 2 service area has a median household income of $81,058. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Laf Jo Saline County Cons Pwsd 2 get its water?
Laf Jo Saline County Cons 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.). Laf Jo Saline County Cons Pwsd 2 Water Quality Report, MO. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mo1024326/
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