D34/100
SALINE COUNTY PWSD 3 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,000 people · Missouri
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
MO2024557
Violations
19
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)
1
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: November 1, 2024 – November 30, 2024Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Unresolved
Maximum contaminant level violation
When: October 28, 2024Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024 – August 11, 2025Rule: Ground Water 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: July 1, 2022 – July 31, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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 SALINE COUNTY PWSD 3
Is SALINE COUNTY PWSD 3 water safe to drink?
SALINE COUNTY PWSD 3 water receives a grade of D (34/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 19 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SALINE COUNTY PWSD 3 detected?
1 contaminants were tested in SALINE COUNTY PWSD 3's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SALINE COUNTY PWSD 3 have any EPA violations?
Yes, SALINE COUNTY PWSD 3 has 19 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MON, TT, RPT. 11 are health-based violations.
How many people does SALINE COUNTY PWSD 3 serve?
SALINE COUNTY PWSD 3 serves approximately 3,000 people, Missouri. The system provides water to 1 community: Marshall.
What type of water does SALINE COUNTY PWSD 3 provide?
SALINE COUNTY PWSD 3 sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MO2024557.
How does SALINE COUNTY PWSD 3 compare to other utilities in Missouri?
SALINE COUNTY PWSD 3 scores 34/100 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.