C44/100
PACIFIC PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,000 people · Missouri
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MO6010620
Violations
17
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.010 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: February 1, 2025 – February 28, 2025Rule: 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: January 1, 2025 – January 31, 2025Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – November 1, 2023Enforcement: 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 PACIFIC PWS
Is PACIFIC PWS water safe to drink?
PACIFIC PWS water receives a grade of C (44/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 17 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PACIFIC PWS detected?
51 contaminants were tested in PACIFIC PWS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PACIFIC PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, PACIFIC PWS has 17 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MON, Other, MR. 9 are health-based violations.
How many people does PACIFIC PWS serve?
PACIFIC PWS serves approximately 6,000 people, Missouri. The system provides water to 1 community: Pacific.
What type of water does PACIFIC PWS provide?
PACIFIC PWS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MO6010620.
How does PACIFIC PWS compare to other utilities in Missouri?
PACIFIC PWS 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.