Water System Report MO

Mo American Jefferson City District

EPA ID: MO3010409 · 30,075 people served · 11 ZIP codes

With a five-year violation-free history, Mo American Jefferson City District delivers safe water to 30,075 residents.

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

B · 81
Avg Safety Score
30,075
People Served
11
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.002 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Mo American Jefferson City District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$73,222
Median Household Income
70,167
Service Area Population
11%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
45th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mo American Jefferson City District serves a community with a median household income of $73,222 and an estimated 70,167 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% 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

Mo American Jefferson City District'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
58th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
18th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Cole 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

47 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
24 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 66% 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. 2 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $600
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $55
Total Estimated Cost $1,055

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 $1,055 (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

Mo American Jefferson City District (EPA ID: MO3010409) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 30,075 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 11 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Average Home Safety Score: B (81/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
65101 0.002 mg/L No N/A
65102 0.002 mg/L No N/A
65103 0.002 mg/L No N/A
65104 0.002 mg/L No N/A
65105 0.002 mg/L No N/A
65106 0.002 mg/L No N/A
65107 0.002 mg/L No N/A
65108 0.002 mg/L No N/A
65109 0.002 mg/L No N/A
65110 0.002 mg/L No N/A
65111 0.002 mg/L No N/A

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.

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ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 2 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 9 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

  • 65101 — Jefferson City
  • 65102 — Jefferson City
  • 65103 — Jefferson City
  • 65104 — Jefferson City
  • 65105 — Jefferson City
  • 65106 — Jefferson City
  • 65107 — Jefferson City
  • 65108 — Jefferson City
  • 65109 — Jefferson City
  • 65110 — Jefferson City
  • 65111 — Jefferson City

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Mo American Jefferson City District (MO3010409) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mo American Jefferson City District water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Mo American Jefferson City District has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Mo American Jefferson City District serve?

Mo American Jefferson City District serves approximately 30,075 people across 11 ZIP codes in Missouri.

Where does Mo American Jefferson City District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
116
Detections
1
Latest sample
5/13/2024
Highest analyte
PFBA: 7.2 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBA 7.2 ppt

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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Lead Service Line Inventory

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

234
Confirmed Lead
278
Galvanized — Replacement Required
6,777
Unknown Material
4,438
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: 30,075
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

Is water from Mo American Jefferson City District safe to drink?
Mo American Jefferson City District earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Mo American Jefferson City District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Mo American Jefferson City District serve?
Mo American Jefferson City District serves approximately 30,075 people with drinking water across 11 ZIP codes.
What is Mo American Jefferson City District's water source?
Mo American Jefferson City District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Mo American Jefferson City District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.002 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Mo American Jefferson City District's service area?
The Mo American Jefferson City District service area has a median household income of $73,222. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Mo American Jefferson City District get its water?
Mo American Jefferson City District'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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