Water System Report MO

Wright County Pwsd 1

EPA ID: MO5024650 · 483 people served · 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Wright County Pwsd 1 (MO5024650): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Wright County Pwsd 1 ha come through without a single EPA violation - a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 483 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.

Data: EPA SDWIS

483
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00092 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$190K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Wright County Pwsd 1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$49,063
Median Household Income
19,970
Service Area Population
91%
Disadvantaged Population
82th
Poverty Percentile
74th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Wright County Pwsd 1 serves a community with a median household income of $49,063 and an estimated 19,970 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 91% 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?

Groundwater

Wright County Pwsd 1'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
28th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
16th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 69% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $740
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $60
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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

Wright County Pwsd 1 (EPA ID: MO5024650) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 483 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00092 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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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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 Wright County Pwsd 1 (MO5024650) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wright County Pwsd 1 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Wright County Pwsd 1 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 Wright County Pwsd 1 serve?

Wright County Pwsd 1 serves approximately 483 people across 5 ZIP codes in Missouri.

Where does Wright County Pwsd 1 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Wright County Pwsd 1 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Wright County Pwsd 1 serve?
Wright County Pwsd 1 serves approximately 483 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Wright County Pwsd 1's water source?
Wright County Pwsd 1 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Wright County Pwsd 1's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00092 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Wright County Pwsd 1's service area?
The Wright County Pwsd 1 service area has a median household income of $49,063. EPA EJScreen data classifies 91% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Wright County Pwsd 1 get its water?
Wright County Pwsd 1'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.). Wright County Pwsd 1 Water Quality Report, MO. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mo5024650/
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