C58/100
SEDALIA PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 21,725 people · Missouri
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MO3010728
Violations
35
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 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, 2025 – May 8, 2025Enforcement: 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 SEDALIA PWS
Is SEDALIA PWS water safe to drink?
SEDALIA PWS water receives a grade of C (58/100), which is considered fair. 0 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 SEDALIA PWS detected?
66 contaminants were tested in SEDALIA PWS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SEDALIA PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, SEDALIA PWS has 35 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, TT, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does SEDALIA PWS serve?
SEDALIA PWS serves approximately 21,725 people, Missouri. The system provides water to 1 community: Sedalia.
What type of water does SEDALIA PWS provide?
SEDALIA PWS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MO3010728.
How does SEDALIA PWS compare to other utilities in Missouri?
SEDALIA PWS scores 58/100 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.