D28/100
BETHANY PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,292 people · Missouri
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
MO1010068
Violations
17
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – November 30, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About BETHANY PWS
Is BETHANY PWS water safe to drink?
BETHANY PWS water receives a grade of D (28/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 17 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BETHANY PWS detected?
1 contaminants were tested in BETHANY PWS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BETHANY PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, BETHANY PWS has 17 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, TT, MCL. 13 are health-based violations.
How many people does BETHANY PWS serve?
BETHANY PWS serves approximately 3,292 people, Missouri. The system provides water to 1 community: Bethany.
What type of water does BETHANY PWS provide?
BETHANY PWS sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is MO1010068.
How does BETHANY PWS compare to other utilities in Missouri?
BETHANY PWS scores 28/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Missouri state page for a full comparison of water systems.