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PERRYVILLE PWS — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 8,555 people · Missouri

Water Source
Surface Water
County
—
System ID
MO4010636
Violations
35

Contaminant Test Results

2 contaminants above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
Copper (90th percentile)
1.35 mg/L1.30 mg/LOver Limit
Lead (90th percentile)
0.002 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

5

Violations (last 5yr)

4

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, 2024 – January 23, 2025Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved

Failed to complete routine monitoring

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: June 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

Missed required monitoring deadline

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: June 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

Failed to complete routine monitoring

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: June 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

Missed required monitoring deadline

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: June 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov

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 PERRYVILLE PWS

Is PERRYVILLE PWS water safe to drink?

PERRYVILLE PWS water receives a grade of D (30/100), which is considered poor. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 35 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has PERRYVILLE PWS detected?

32 contaminants were tested in PERRYVILLE PWS's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does PERRYVILLE PWS have any EPA violations?

Yes, PERRYVILLE PWS has 35 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, MR, Other. 6 are health-based violations.

How many people does PERRYVILLE PWS serve?

PERRYVILLE PWS serves approximately 8,555 people, Missouri. The system provides water to 1 community: Perryville.

What type of water does PERRYVILLE PWS provide?

PERRYVILLE 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 MO4010636.

How does PERRYVILLE PWS compare to other utilities in Missouri?

PERRYVILLE 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.

Cities Served

Perryville