Holcomb Public Water System
EPA ID: MO4010370 · 635 people served · 1 ZIP code
Holcomb Public Water System's five-year compliance history is clean by every EPA metric — no health-based violations, no monitoring lapses, no enforcement actions on record, reflecting consistent performance for a utility that supplies water to approximately 635 residents year after year.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Holcomb Public Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Holcomb Public Water System serves a community with a median household income of $43,365 and an estimated 1,261 residents across its service area. Approximately 77% 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?
Holcomb Public Water System'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.
About 1% of homes in Pemiscot 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 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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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
Holcomb Public Water System (EPA ID: MO4010370) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 635 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 63852 in Holcomb.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
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
- 63852 — Holcomb
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Holcomb Public Water System (MO4010370) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Holcomb Public Water System water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Holcomb Public Water System has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Holcomb Public Water System serve?
Holcomb Public Water System serves approximately 635 people across 1 ZIP code in Missouri.
Where does Holcomb Public Water System get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.