Water Quality in MERRIAM WOODS, MO (65740)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 65740.
14
Total Violations
4
Health-Based
10
Monitoring / Reporting
13
Resolved
What does this mean?
13 of 14 violations have been resolved. 4 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 10 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 (14 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Sep 1, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Sep 1, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Sep 1, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Sep 1, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Aug 31, 2022 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Aug 31, 2022 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Aug 31, 2022 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(1)
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
2023(6)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
How Does This Compare?
MERRIAM WOODS (65740) has 14 recorded violations, including 4 health-based. 1 remains 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.
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.