C54/100
PURDY PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,100 people · Missouri
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MO5010667
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2012.
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 PURDY PWS
Is PURDY PWS water safe to drink?
PURDY PWS water receives a grade of C (54/100), which is considered fair. 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 PURDY PWS detected?
1 contaminants were tested in PURDY PWS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PURDY PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, PURDY PWS has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does PURDY PWS serve?
PURDY PWS serves approximately 1,100 people, Missouri. The system provides water to 1 community: Purdy.
What type of water does PURDY PWS provide?
PURDY PWS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MO5010667.
How does PURDY PWS compare to other utilities in Missouri?
PURDY PWS scores 54/100 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.