A82/100
DEKALB COUNTY PWSD 1 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,635 people · Missouri
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
MO1024191
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.36 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2012.
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 DEKALB COUNTY PWSD 1
Is DEKALB COUNTY PWSD 1 water safe to drink?
DEKALB COUNTY PWSD 1 water receives a grade of A (82/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has DEKALB COUNTY PWSD 1 detected?
32 contaminants were tested in DEKALB COUNTY PWSD 1's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does DEKALB COUNTY PWSD 1 have any EPA violations?
Yes, DEKALB COUNTY PWSD 1 has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include MCL, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does DEKALB COUNTY PWSD 1 serve?
DEKALB COUNTY PWSD 1 serves approximately 7,635 people, Missouri. The system provides water to 1 community: Clarksdale.
What type of water does DEKALB COUNTY PWSD 1 provide?
DEKALB COUNTY PWSD 1 sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MO1024191.
How does DEKALB COUNTY PWSD 1 compare to other utilities in Missouri?
DEKALB COUNTY PWSD 1 scores 82/100 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.