C44/100
NEW MADRID COUNTY PWSD 5 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,800 people · Missouri
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MO4024419
Violations
29
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – December 6, 2021Enforcement: 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 NEW MADRID COUNTY PWSD 5
Is NEW MADRID COUNTY PWSD 5 water safe to drink?
NEW MADRID COUNTY PWSD 5 water receives a grade of C (44/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 29 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has NEW MADRID COUNTY PWSD 5 detected?
1 contaminants were tested in NEW MADRID COUNTY PWSD 5's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NEW MADRID COUNTY PWSD 5 have any EPA violations?
Yes, NEW MADRID COUNTY PWSD 5 has 29 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does NEW MADRID COUNTY PWSD 5 serve?
NEW MADRID COUNTY PWSD 5 serves approximately 1,800 people, Missouri.
What type of water does NEW MADRID COUNTY PWSD 5 provide?
NEW MADRID COUNTY PWSD 5 sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MO4024419.
How does NEW MADRID COUNTY PWSD 5 compare to other utilities in Missouri?
NEW MADRID COUNTY PWSD 5 scores 44/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Missouri state page for a full comparison of water systems.