C57/100
RIPLEY COUNTY PWSD 2 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,780 people · Missouri
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MO4024523
Violations
16
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
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: September 9, 2024 – September 2, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: July 1, 2024Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: January 9, 2022 – May 2, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: October 30, 2021Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
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 RIPLEY COUNTY PWSD 2
Is RIPLEY COUNTY PWSD 2 water safe to drink?
RIPLEY COUNTY PWSD 2 water receives a grade of C (57/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 16 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has RIPLEY COUNTY PWSD 2 detected?
1 contaminants were tested in RIPLEY COUNTY PWSD 2's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does RIPLEY COUNTY PWSD 2 have any EPA violations?
Yes, RIPLEY COUNTY PWSD 2 has 16 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, TT, MR. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does RIPLEY COUNTY PWSD 2 serve?
RIPLEY COUNTY PWSD 2 serves approximately 2,780 people, Missouri.
What type of water does RIPLEY COUNTY PWSD 2 provide?
RIPLEY COUNTY PWSD 2 sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MO4024523.
How does RIPLEY COUNTY PWSD 2 compare to other utilities in Missouri?
RIPLEY COUNTY PWSD 2 scores 57/100 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.