A87/100
INDEPENDENCE PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 120,000 people · Missouri
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MO1010399
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 3.30 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
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, 2024 – September 11, 2024Enforcement: 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 INDEPENDENCE PWS
Is INDEPENDENCE PWS water safe to drink?
INDEPENDENCE PWS water receives a grade of A (87/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 74 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has INDEPENDENCE PWS detected?
74 contaminants were tested in INDEPENDENCE PWS's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does INDEPENDENCE PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, INDEPENDENCE PWS has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other.
How many people does INDEPENDENCE PWS serve?
INDEPENDENCE PWS serves approximately 120,000 people, Missouri. The system provides water to 1 community: Independence.
What type of water does INDEPENDENCE PWS provide?
INDEPENDENCE PWS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MO1010399.
How does INDEPENDENCE PWS compare to other utilities in Missouri?
INDEPENDENCE PWS scores 87/100 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.