B71/100
REPUBLIC PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 16,100 people · Missouri
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MO5010681
Violations
10
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
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – August 7, 2024Enforcement: 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 REPUBLIC PWS
Is REPUBLIC PWS water safe to drink?
REPUBLIC PWS water receives a grade of B (71/100), which is considered good. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has REPUBLIC PWS detected?
66 contaminants were tested in REPUBLIC PWS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does REPUBLIC PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, REPUBLIC PWS has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does REPUBLIC PWS serve?
REPUBLIC PWS serves approximately 16,100 people, Missouri. The system provides water to 1 community: Republic.
What type of water does REPUBLIC PWS provide?
REPUBLIC PWS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MO5010681.
How does REPUBLIC PWS compare to other utilities in Missouri?
REPUBLIC PWS scores 71/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Missouri state page for a full comparison of water systems.