Howard County Regional Water Commission
EPA ID: MO2021598 · 25 people served · 1 ZIP code
Throughout five consecutive years of federal water monitoring, Howard County Regional Water Commission recorded zero violations — solid performance for a utility serving 25 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Demographics
The Howard County Regional Water Commission serves a community with a median household income of $72,628 and an estimated 3,265 residents across its service area. Approximately 74% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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?
Howard County Regional Water Commission'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 Caldwell County, Missouri rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Infrastructure Risk
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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
Howard County Regional Water Commission (EPA ID: MO2021598) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 25 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 64644 in Hamilton.
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
- 64644 — Hamilton
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Howard County Regional Water Commission (MO2021598) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Howard County Regional Water Commission water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Howard County Regional Water Commission has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Howard County Regional Water Commission serve?
Howard County Regional Water Commission serves approximately 25 people across 1 ZIP code in Missouri.
Where does Howard County Regional Water Commission get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.