Historical Compliance Records MO 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Hillsboro Public Water System

EPA ID: MO6010368 ยท 3,000 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Hillsboro Public Water System (MO6010368): 1 past health-based violation, since resolved. Hillsboro Public Water System recorded 4 EPA violations over the past five years, all of which have since been resolved - the utility is currently in compliance serving 3,000 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

3,000
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00428 mg/L
Max Lead Level
2
Contaminants Flagged
$231K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Hillsboro Public Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$79,453
Median Household Income
23,972
Service Area Population
7%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
49%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Hillsboro Public Water System serves a community with a median household income of $79,453 and an estimated 23,972 residents across its service area. Approximately 49% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Hillsboro 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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

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

Detected Contaminants

How Hillsboro Public Water System compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Lead and Copper Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Missouri

Stoddard County Pwsd 1
3,000 people
1 violation
8 violations
Saline County Pwsd 3
3,000 people
5 violations
2 violations
Henry County Pwsd 3
2,993 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
PFAS Treatment $250
Total Estimated Cost $2,150

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,150 (one-time) vs. $5,330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Hillsboro Public Water System (EPA ID: MO6010368) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 3,000 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 4 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 4 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
September 28, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
June 30, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Health-based Resolved
February 1, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
December 1, 2022 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 Yes

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00428 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.

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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 Hillsboro Public Water System (MO6010368) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hillsboro Public Water System water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Hillsboro Public Water System; its 4 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Hillsboro Public Water System serve?

Hillsboro Public Water System serves approximately 3,000 people across 2 ZIP codes in Missouri.

Where does Hillsboro Public Water System get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Hillsboro Public Water System's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead and Copper Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Hillsboro Public Water System serve?
Hillsboro Public Water System serves approximately 3,000 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Hillsboro Public Water System's water source?
Hillsboro Public Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Hillsboro Public Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00428 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Hillsboro Public Water System's service area?
The Hillsboro Public Water System service area has a median household income of $79,453. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Hillsboro Public Water System get its water?
Hillsboro 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. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Hillsboro Public Water System (MO): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mo6010368/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Hillsboro Public Water System (EPA ID: MO6010368) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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