C57/100
TANEY COUNTY PWSD 3 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,000 people · Missouri
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MO5024602
Violations
20
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
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – December 6, 2021Enforcement: 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: May 1, 2021 – May 31, 2021Rule: 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 TANEY COUNTY PWSD 3
Is TANEY COUNTY PWSD 3 water safe to drink?
TANEY COUNTY PWSD 3 water receives a grade of C (57/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 20 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has TANEY COUNTY PWSD 3 detected?
31 contaminants were tested in TANEY COUNTY PWSD 3's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TANEY COUNTY PWSD 3 have any EPA violations?
Yes, TANEY COUNTY PWSD 3 has 20 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MON, MR. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does TANEY COUNTY PWSD 3 serve?
TANEY COUNTY PWSD 3 serves approximately 6,000 people, Missouri. The system provides water to 1 community: Branson.
What type of water does TANEY COUNTY PWSD 3 provide?
TANEY COUNTY PWSD 3 sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MO5024602.
How does TANEY COUNTY PWSD 3 compare to other utilities in Missouri?
TANEY COUNTY PWSD 3 scores 57/100 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.