Water System Report MO

Kuhle H20

EPA ID: MO3036153 · 450 people served · 12 ZIP codes

Across every monitored period in the past five years, Kuhle H20 reported no EPA violations for its service population of 450.

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

450
People Served
12
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Kuhle H20 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$75,091
Median Household Income
159,103
Service Area Population
16%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
52th
Energy Burden Percentile
46%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Kuhle H20 serves a community with a median household income of $75,091 and an estimated 159,103 residents across its service area. Approximately 46% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Kuhle H20'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
77th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Boone County, Missouri rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 77th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Unknown
Pipe Material
24 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 64% 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. 5 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 →

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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 $450
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $208
Total Estimated Cost $1,058

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 $1,058 (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

Kuhle H20 (EPA ID: MO3036153) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 450 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 12 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 2 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 10 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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Kuhle H20 (MO3036153) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kuhle H20 water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Kuhle H20 has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Kuhle H20 serve?

Kuhle H20 serves approximately 450 people across 12 ZIP codes in Missouri.

Where does Kuhle H20 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
105
Unknown Material
2
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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: 450
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

Should I use a water filter?
Kuhle H20 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Kuhle H20 serve?
Kuhle H20 serves approximately 450 people with drinking water across 12 ZIP codes.
What is Kuhle H20's water source?
Kuhle H20 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Kuhle H20's service area?
The Kuhle H20 service area has a median household income of $75,091. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Kuhle H20 get its water?
Kuhle H20'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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