A97/100
SUGAR CREEK PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,500 people · Missouri
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
MO1010773
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – December 20, 2022Enforcement: 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 SUGAR CREEK PWS
Is SUGAR CREEK PWS water safe to drink?
SUGAR CREEK PWS water receives a grade of A (97/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SUGAR CREEK PWS detected?
1 contaminants were tested in SUGAR CREEK PWS's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does SUGAR CREEK PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, SUGAR CREEK PWS has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, Other, MR.
How many people does SUGAR CREEK PWS serve?
SUGAR CREEK PWS serves approximately 3,500 people, Missouri. The system provides water to 1 community: Sugar Creek.
What type of water does SUGAR CREEK PWS provide?
SUGAR CREEK PWS sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MO1010773.
How does SUGAR CREEK PWS compare to other utilities in Missouri?
SUGAR CREEK PWS scores 97/100 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.