A93/100
LAKE LIMESTONE COVES WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,080 people · Missouri
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
TX1980020
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: June 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 2, 2024 – July 23, 2025Enforcement: 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: September 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: 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 LAKE LIMESTONE COVES WATER SYSTEM
Is LAKE LIMESTONE COVES WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
LAKE LIMESTONE COVES WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of A (93/100), 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 LAKE LIMESTONE COVES WATER SYSTEM detected?
1 contaminants were tested in LAKE LIMESTONE COVES WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LAKE LIMESTONE COVES WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, LAKE LIMESTONE COVES WATER SYSTEM has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MON, Other, MR.
How many people does LAKE LIMESTONE COVES WATER SYSTEM serve?
LAKE LIMESTONE COVES WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 1,080 people, Missouri.
What type of water does LAKE LIMESTONE COVES WATER SYSTEM provide?
LAKE LIMESTONE COVES WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TX1980020.
How does LAKE LIMESTONE COVES WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Missouri?
LAKE LIMESTONE COVES WATER SYSTEM scores 93/100 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.