Hillcrest Utility Operating Company Inc.
EPA ID: MO4036038 · 700 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Hillcrest Utility Operating Company Inc. (MO4036038): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. Searching the federal compliance records for Hillcrest Utility Operating Company Inc. turns up no EPA violations in any contaminant category the file covers; the utility's service area includes approximately 700 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Hillcrest Utility Operating Company Inc. Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Hillcrest Utility Operating Company Inc. have a median household income of $36,909 and about 8,494 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 73% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Hillcrest Utility Operating Company Inc.'s water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS in ZIP Codes This System Serves
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with the ZIP codes in this system's area. These results can come from other water systems serving the same ZIP codes; check the UCMR5 section for any results reported for this system. 1 detection recorded.
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
Hillcrest Utility Operating Company Inc. (EPA ID: MO4036038) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 700 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 63703 in Cape Girardeau.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0018 mg/L | No | 2018-12-31 |
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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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.
- 63703 - Cape Girardeau
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Hillcrest Utility Operating Company Inc. (MO4036038) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hillcrest Utility Operating Company Inc. water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Hillcrest Utility Operating Company Inc. in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does Hillcrest Utility Operating Company Inc. serve?
Hillcrest Utility Operating Company Inc. serves approximately 700 people across 1 ZIP code in Missouri.
Where does Hillcrest Utility Operating Company Inc. get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Hillcrest Utility Operating Company Inc. Water Report, MO. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mo4036038/
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