Highlands Sewer & Water Assn Inc.
EPA ID: MO5030690 · 411 people served · 16 ZIP codes
With a five-year violation-free history, Highlands Sewer & Water Assn Inc. delivers safe water to 411 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Compliance Trajectory
Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months
Violations went from 16 (2024) to 1 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Highlands Sewer & Water Assn Inc. Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Highlands Sewer & Water Assn Inc. serves a community with a median household income of $51,080 and an estimated 236,423 residents across its service area. Approximately 55% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 39% 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?
Highlands Sewer & Water Assn 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.
About 1% of homes in Greene 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 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.
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. 20 detections recorded. 10 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Missouri
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
Highlands Sewer & Water Assn Inc. (EPA ID: MO5030690) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 411 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 16 ZIP codes across 1 community.
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
- 65801 — Springfield
- 65802 — Springfield
- 65803 — Springfield
- 65804 — Springfield
- 65805 — Springfield
- 65806 — Springfield
- 65807 — Springfield
- 65808 — Springfield
- 65809 — Springfield
- 65810 — Springfield
- 65814 — Springfield
- 65817 — Springfield
- 65890 — Springfield
- 65897 — Springfield
- 65898 — Springfield
- 65899 — Springfield
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Highlands Sewer & Water Assn Inc. (MO5030690) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Highlands Sewer & Water Assn Inc. water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Highlands Sewer & Water Assn Inc. has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Highlands Sewer & Water Assn Inc. serve?
Highlands Sewer & Water Assn Inc. serves approximately 411 people across 16 ZIP codes in Missouri.
Where does Highlands Sewer & Water Assn Inc. get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.