A88/100
JACKSON COUNTY PWSD 13 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,002 people · Missouri
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
MO1024279
Violations
5
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
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2025 – May 7, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – September 7, 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 JACKSON COUNTY PWSD 13
Is JACKSON COUNTY PWSD 13 water safe to drink?
JACKSON COUNTY PWSD 13 water receives a grade of A (88/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has JACKSON COUNTY PWSD 13 detected?
31 contaminants were tested in JACKSON COUNTY PWSD 13's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does JACKSON COUNTY PWSD 13 have any EPA violations?
Yes, JACKSON COUNTY PWSD 13 has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does JACKSON COUNTY PWSD 13 serve?
JACKSON COUNTY PWSD 13 serves approximately 9,002 people, Missouri. The system provides water to 1 community: Lees Summit.
What type of water does JACKSON COUNTY PWSD 13 provide?
JACKSON COUNTY PWSD 13 sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MO1024279.
How does JACKSON COUNTY PWSD 13 compare to other utilities in Missouri?
JACKSON COUNTY PWSD 13 scores 88/100 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.