B75/100
SIKESTON PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 16,291 people · Missouri
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MO4010743
Violations
6
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 2017.
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 SIKESTON PWS
Is SIKESTON PWS water safe to drink?
SIKESTON PWS water receives a grade of B (75/100), 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 SIKESTON PWS detected?
66 contaminants were tested in SIKESTON PWS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SIKESTON PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, SIKESTON PWS has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include TT, MCL, MR. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does SIKESTON PWS serve?
SIKESTON PWS serves approximately 16,291 people, Missouri. The system provides water to 1 community: Sikeston.
What type of water does SIKESTON PWS provide?
SIKESTON PWS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MO4010743.
How does SIKESTON PWS compare to other utilities in Missouri?
SIKESTON PWS scores 75/100 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.