A83/100
HERMANN PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,500 people · Missouri
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MO6010360
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.006 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: April 14, 2023 – May 22, 2023Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: June 1, 2021 – June 30, 2021Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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 HERMANN PWS
Is HERMANN PWS water safe to drink?
HERMANN PWS water receives a grade of A (83/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has HERMANN PWS detected?
1 contaminants were tested in HERMANN PWS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HERMANN PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, HERMANN PWS has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MON, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does HERMANN PWS serve?
HERMANN PWS serves approximately 2,500 people, Missouri. The system provides water to 1 community: Hermann.
What type of water does HERMANN PWS provide?
HERMANN PWS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MO6010360.
How does HERMANN PWS compare to other utilities in Missouri?
HERMANN PWS scores 83/100 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.