C50/100
BOURBON PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,524 people · Missouri
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MO6010092
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 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 BOURBON PWS
Is BOURBON PWS water safe to drink?
BOURBON PWS water receives a grade of C (50/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 15 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BOURBON PWS detected?
1 contaminants were tested in BOURBON PWS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BOURBON PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, BOURBON PWS has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does BOURBON PWS serve?
BOURBON PWS serves approximately 1,524 people, Missouri. The system provides water to 1 community: Bourbon.
What type of water does BOURBON PWS provide?
BOURBON PWS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MO6010092.
How does BOURBON PWS compare to other utilities in Missouri?
BOURBON PWS scores 50/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Missouri state page for a full comparison of water systems.