A89/100
CARTHAGE PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 14,600 people · Missouri
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MO5010142
Violations
4
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 29, 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 CARTHAGE PWS
Is CARTHAGE PWS water safe to drink?
CARTHAGE PWS water receives a grade of A (89/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CARTHAGE PWS detected?
66 contaminants were tested in CARTHAGE PWS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CARTHAGE PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, CARTHAGE PWS has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does CARTHAGE PWS serve?
CARTHAGE PWS serves approximately 14,600 people, Missouri. The system provides water to 1 community: Carthage.
What type of water does CARTHAGE PWS provide?
CARTHAGE PWS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MO5010142.
How does CARTHAGE PWS compare to other utilities in Missouri?
CARTHAGE PWS scores 89/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Missouri state page for a full comparison of water systems.