Putnam County Pwsd 1
EPA ID: MO2024495 · 2,550 people served · 4 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Putnam County Pwsd 1 (MO2024495): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Zero violations in five consecutive years of EPA monitoring - Putnam County Pwsd 1 ha held a clean track record across every reporting cycle in that span, with no enforcement activity of any kind on file for the full service population of 2,550 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Putnam County Pwsd 1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Putnam County Pwsd 1 serves a community with a median household income of $62,928 and an estimated 4,517 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.
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?
Putnam County Pwsd 1'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.
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
Putnam County Pwsd 1 (EPA ID: MO2024495) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 2,550 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0 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 $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
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 Putnam County Pwsd 1 (MO2024495) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Putnam County Pwsd 1 water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Putnam County Pwsd 1 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 Putnam County Pwsd 1 serve?
Putnam County Pwsd 1 serves approximately 2,550 people across 4 ZIP codes in Missouri.
Where does Putnam County Pwsd 1 get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Putnam County Pwsd 1 Water Quality Report, MO. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mo2024495/
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