Water System Report MO

Perry Public Water System

EPA ID: MO2010635 · 694 people served · 1 ZIP code

Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Perry Public Water System — a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 694 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

694
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$152K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Perry Public Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$45,531
Median Household Income
1,592
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
55%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Perry Public Water System serves a community with a median household income of $45,531 and an estimated 1,592 residents across its service area. Approximately 55% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Perry Public Water System'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
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Perry County, Missouri rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

56 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
14 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 80% 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. 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 →

Comparable Water Systems

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B 0 violations
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C 8 violations
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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 $2,100 (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

Perry Public Water System (EPA ID: MO2010635) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 694 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 63462 in Perry.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Perry Public Water System (MO2010635) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Perry Public Water System water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Perry Public Water System has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Perry Public Water System serve?

Perry Public Water System serves approximately 694 people across 1 ZIP code in Missouri.

Where does Perry Public Water System get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
22
Galvanized — Replacement Required
2
Unknown Material
481
Confirmed Non-Lead

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 694
Reported to Missouri

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Perry Public Water System meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Perry Public Water System serve?
Perry Public Water System serves approximately 694 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Perry Public Water System's water source?
Perry Public Water System draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Perry Public Water System's service area?
The Perry Public Water System service area has a median household income of $45,531. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Perry Public Water System get its water?
Perry Public Water System'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.
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