Current Health-Based Noncompliance MO 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Platte County Pwsd 2

EPA ID: MO1024476 ยท 741 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Platte County Pwsd 2 (MO1024476): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Federal data shows 1 unresolved violation at Platte County Pwsd 2 - roughly 741 residents in the service area.

Data: EPA SDWIS

741
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00118 mg/L
Max Lead Level
2
Contaminants Flagged
$218K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$92,917
Median Household Income
3,939
Service Area Population
5%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
78%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Platte County Pwsd 2 serves a community with a median household income of $92,917 and an estimated 3,939 residents across its service area. Approximately 78% 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

Platte 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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

60 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
7 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 90% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Platte County Pwsd 2 compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 0800 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†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Missouri

4 violations
3 violations
5 violations
Grayhawk Water
750 people
3 violations
Perry County Pwsd 2
750 people
3 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $800
PFAS Treatment $167
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $2,267

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,267 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Platte County Pwsd 2 (EPA ID: MO1024476) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 741 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

1 current health-based noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 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
April 12, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 28, 2023 Contaminant 0800 Health-based Unaddressed (current)

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Contaminant 0800 Other Violation 1 Yes

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00118 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

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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 Platte County Pwsd 2 (MO1024476) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Platte County Pwsd 2 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current health-based noncompliance record for Platte County Pwsd 2. Review the utility's current notices and EPA record. This system-level compliance history cannot determine conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Platte County Pwsd 2 serve?

Platte County Pwsd 2 serves approximately 741 people across 3 ZIP codes in Missouri.

Where does Platte County Pwsd 2 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Platte County Pwsd 2's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead and Copper Rule, Contaminant 0800. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 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 Platte County Pwsd 2 serve?
Platte County Pwsd 2 serves approximately 741 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Platte County Pwsd 2's water source?
Platte County Pwsd 2 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Platte County Pwsd 2's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00118 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Platte County Pwsd 2's service area?
The Platte County Pwsd 2 service area has a median household income of $92,917. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Platte County Pwsd 2 get its water?
Platte 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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Platte County Pwsd 2 (MO): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mo1024476/
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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

Platte County Pwsd 2 (EPA ID: MO1024476) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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