F0/100
LINCOLN COUNTY PWSD 1 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 14,000 people · Missouri
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MO6024340
Violations
39
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
strontium | 2280.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
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: December 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Total Coliform 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: April 1, 2022 – April 30, 2022Rule: 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 LINCOLN COUNTY PWSD 1
Is LINCOLN COUNTY PWSD 1 water safe to drink?
LINCOLN COUNTY PWSD 1 water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 39 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has LINCOLN COUNTY PWSD 1 detected?
66 contaminants were tested in LINCOLN COUNTY PWSD 1's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), strontium. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LINCOLN COUNTY PWSD 1 have any EPA violations?
Yes, LINCOLN COUNTY PWSD 1 has 39 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MON, MCL, MR. 33 are health-based violations.
How many people does LINCOLN COUNTY PWSD 1 serve?
LINCOLN COUNTY PWSD 1 serves approximately 14,000 people, Missouri.
What type of water does LINCOLN COUNTY PWSD 1 provide?
LINCOLN COUNTY PWSD 1 sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MO6024340.
How does LINCOLN COUNTY PWSD 1 compare to other utilities in Missouri?
LINCOLN COUNTY PWSD 1 scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Missouri state page for a full comparison of water systems.