Tri County Water Authority
EPA ID: MO1071079 · 25 people served · 9 ZIP codes
With a five-year violation-free history, Tri County Water Authority delivers safe water to 25 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Demographics
The Tri County Water Authority serves a community with a median household income of $60,814 and an estimated 128,218 residents across its service area. Approximately 79% 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?
Tri County Water Authority'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.
About 1% of homes in Jackson County, Missouri rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
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
Tri County Water Authority (EPA ID: MO1071079) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 25 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 9 ZIP codes across 1 community.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
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
- 64050 — Independence
- 64051 — Independence
- 64052 — Independence
- 64053 — Independence
- 64054 — Independence
- 64055 — Independence
- 64056 — Independence
- 64057 — Independence
- 64058 — Independence
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Tri County Water Authority (MO1071079) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tri County Water Authority water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Tri County Water Authority has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Tri County Water Authority serve?
Tri County Water Authority serves approximately 25 people across 9 ZIP codes in Missouri.
Where does Tri County Water Authority get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.