D30/100
MARCELINE PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,200 people · Missouri
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
MO2010497
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2009.
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 MARCELINE PWS
Is MARCELINE PWS water safe to drink?
MARCELINE PWS water receives a grade of D (30/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 15 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MARCELINE PWS detected?
1 contaminants were tested in MARCELINE PWS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MARCELINE PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, MARCELINE PWS has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2009. Violation types include MCL, TT, MR. 13 are health-based violations.
How many people does MARCELINE PWS serve?
MARCELINE PWS serves approximately 2,200 people, Missouri. The system provides water to 1 community: Marceline.
What type of water does MARCELINE PWS provide?
MARCELINE PWS sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is MO2010497.
How does MARCELINE PWS compare to other utilities in Missouri?
MARCELINE PWS scores 30/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Missouri state page for a full comparison of water systems.