Historical Compliance Records MO

Cole County Pwsd 4

EPA ID: MO3024163 ยท 7,568 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Cole County Pwsd 4 (MO3024163): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. Cole County Pwsd 4 recorded 1 EPA violation over the past five years, all of which have since been resolved - the utility is currently in compliance serving 7,568 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

7,568
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00881 mg/L
Max Lead Level
1
Contaminants Flagged
$235K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Cole County Pwsd 4 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$74,013
Median Household Income
29,777
Service Area Population
13%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
62%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Cole County Pwsd 4 serves a community with a median household income of $74,013 and an estimated 29,777 residents across its service area. Approximately 62% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Cole County Pwsd 4'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

53 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
17 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 76% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Cole County Pwsd 4 compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

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Pike County Pwsd 1
7,590 people
0 violations
Dekalb County Pwsd 1
7,635 people
C 1 violation
B 0 violations
Adair County Pwsd 1
7,500 people
0 violations
Ralls County Pwsd 1
7,662 people
4 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,600 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Cole County Pwsd 4 (EPA ID: MO3024163) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 7,568 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 65101 in Jefferson City.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 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 1, 2025 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 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00881 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.

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 Cole County Pwsd 4 (MO3024163) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cole County Pwsd 4 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Cole County Pwsd 4; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Cole County Pwsd 4 serve?

Cole County Pwsd 4 serves approximately 7,568 people across 1 ZIP code in Missouri.

Where does Cole County Pwsd 4 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
116

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) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Cole County Pwsd 4's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 Cole County Pwsd 4 serve?
Cole County Pwsd 4 serves approximately 7,568 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Cole County Pwsd 4's water source?
Cole County Pwsd 4 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Cole County Pwsd 4's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00881 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Cole County Pwsd 4's service area?
The Cole County Pwsd 4 service area has a median household income of $74,013. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Cole County Pwsd 4 get its water?
Cole County Pwsd 4'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Cole County Pwsd 4 (MO): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mo3024163/
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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

Cole County Pwsd 4 (EPA ID: MO3024163) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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