Current Health-Based Noncompliance MO 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Saline County Pwsd 3

EPA ID: MO2024557 ยท 3,000 people served ยท 6 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Saline County Pwsd 3 (MO2024557): 2 unresolved EPA violations on record. Pulled from the federal compliance ledger, 2 violations at Saline County Pwsd 3 remain without resolution - the utility delivers drinking water to roughly 3,000 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

3,000
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
5
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00103 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
3
Contaminants Flagged
$135K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Saline County Pwsd 3 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$55,127
Median Household Income
22,405
Service Area Population
50%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
79%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Saline County Pwsd 3 serves a community with a median household income of $55,127 and an estimated 22,405 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: 50% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Saline County Pwsd 3'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

59 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
11 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 84% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Saline County Pwsd 3 compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule 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. 3 detections 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
Stoddard County Pwsd 1
3,000 people
1 violation
8 violations
2 violations
Henry County Pwsd 3
2,993 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $700
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $250
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $1,450

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,165
10 years
$10,330
20 years
$20,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,450 (one-time) vs. $10,330 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

Saline County Pwsd 3 (EPA ID: MO2024557) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 3,000 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 6 communities.

Violation History

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

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 3 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 2 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
December 30, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
November 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 28, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 3 Yes
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00103 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 $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

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 Saline County Pwsd 3 (MO2024557) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saline County Pwsd 3 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current health-based noncompliance record for Saline County Pwsd 3. 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 Saline County Pwsd 3 serve?

Saline County Pwsd 3 serves approximately 3,000 people across 6 ZIP codes in Missouri.

Where does Saline County Pwsd 3 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Saline County Pwsd 3's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Stage 1 DBP Rule, Stage 2 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 3 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 Saline County Pwsd 3 serve?
Saline County Pwsd 3 serves approximately 3,000 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is Saline County Pwsd 3's water source?
Saline County Pwsd 3 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Saline County Pwsd 3's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00103 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Saline County Pwsd 3's service area?
The Saline County Pwsd 3 service area has a median household income of $55,127. EPA EJScreen data classifies 50% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Saline County Pwsd 3 get its water?
Saline County Pwsd 3'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. 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.). Saline County Pwsd 3 (MO): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mo2024557/
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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

Saline County Pwsd 3 (EPA ID: MO2024557) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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