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Scott City, Missouri Water Quality Report

Water quality data for 1 water system serving 4,653 people.

85
Good
out of 100

Water Source

1
Water System
5K
People Served
Ground water
Water Source

Detected Contaminants

ContaminantDetected LevelEPA Limit (MCL)Health Guideline% of LimitStatus
lithium12.6 No federal limit10.0 ug/L(EPA/USGS HBSL)
126%
Above guideline
PFHxS0.008 0.010 ug/L0.001 ug/L(EWG)
80%
Within limit

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your water supply, these filtration systems are recommended:

Reverse Osmosis (RO)

Reverse osmosis systems remove up to 99% of PFAS compounds. Recommended for homes with detected PFAS.

Up to 99% PFAS removal

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Compliance & Violations

Active Violations (9)

72

Jul 1, 2025

minor

Violation

Unknown

minor

Violation

Unknown

minor

Violation

Unknown

minor

Violation

Unknown

minor

Violation

Unknown

minor

Violation

Unknown

minor

Violation

Unknown

minor

Violation

Unknown

minor

Resolved Violations (17)

31

Sep 1, 2024 — Sep 30, 2024

moderate

31

Sep 1, 2024 — Sep 30, 2024

moderate

31

Sep 1, 2024 — Sep 30, 2024

moderate

31

May 1, 2024 — May 31, 2024

moderate

31

May 1, 2024 — May 31, 2024

moderate

+ 12 more resolved violations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Scott City tap water safe to drink?

Scott City's water meets all EPA maximum contaminant levels. However, 2 contaminants were detected at various levels. Some residents may prefer additional filtration for peace of mind.

What contaminants are in Scott City tap water?

2 contaminants have been detected in Scott City's water supply across 1 water system. See the full contaminant table above for details.

How can I improve my water quality in Scott City?

Install a water filter rated for the specific contaminants found in Scott City's water. See our filter recommendations above. You can also request your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current test results.

Does Scott City have any water quality violations?

Yes, Scott City currently has 9 active violations. See the violations section above for details.