Hillcrest Utility Operating Company Inc.
EPA ID: MO4036038 · 700 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Hillcrest Utility Operating Company Inc. (MO4036038): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. With a five-year violation-free history, Hillcrest Utility Operating Company Inc. delivers safe water to 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
Service Area Demographics
The Hillcrest Utility Operating Company Inc. serves a community with a median household income of $36,909 and an estimated 8,494 residents across its service area. 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 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.
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 Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.
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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 | 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 $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
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 the full compliance record 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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