A93/100
SPRINGFIELD PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 210,898 people · Missouri
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
MO5010754
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 590.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 SPRINGFIELD PWS
Is SPRINGFIELD PWS water safe to drink?
SPRINGFIELD PWS water receives a grade of A (93/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SPRINGFIELD PWS detected?
76 contaminants were tested in SPRINGFIELD PWS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SPRINGFIELD PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, SPRINGFIELD PWS has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR.
How many people does SPRINGFIELD PWS serve?
SPRINGFIELD PWS serves approximately 210,898 people, Missouri. The system provides water to 1 community: Springfield.
What type of water does SPRINGFIELD PWS provide?
SPRINGFIELD PWS sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is MO5010754.
How does SPRINGFIELD PWS compare to other utilities in Missouri?
SPRINGFIELD PWS scores 93/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Missouri state page for a full comparison of water systems.