Water Quality in EL DORADO SPRINGS, MO (64744)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 64744.
30
Total Violations
10
Health-Based
20
Monitoring / Reporting
28
Resolved
What does this mean?
28 of 30 violations have been resolved. 10 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 20 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (30 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | May 31, 2024 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | May 31, 2024 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | May 31, 2024 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | May 31, 2024 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 5, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Mar 15, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Mar 15, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Mar 15, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(11)
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
Public Notice
75
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
2023(5)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Public Notice
75
How Does This Compare?
EL DORADO SPRINGS (64744) has 30 recorded violations, including 10 health-based. 2 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.