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Springfield, Missouri Water Quality Report

Water quality data for 13 water systems serving 212,296 people.

20
Very Poor
out of 100

Water Source

13
Water Systems
212K
People Served
Surface water, Ground water
Water Source

Detected Contaminants

ContaminantDetected LevelEPA Limit (MCL)Health Guideline% of LimitStatus
lithium10.7 No federal limit10.0 ug/L(EPA/USGS HBSL)
107%
Above guideline
PFBS0.003 No federal limit2000.0 ug/L(EPA Health Advisory)
0%
Below guideline
PFOS0.004 0.004 ug/L0.300 ug/L(EWG)
108%
Above 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 (15)

72

Jul 1, 2025

minor

71

Jul 1, 2025

minor

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

75

Mar 12, 2024

minor

45

Jan 1, 2024

critical

45

Jan 1, 2024

critical

20

Oct 2, 2023

minor

Resolved Violations (485)

3A

Aug 1, 2025 — Aug 31, 2025

minor

3A

Aug 1, 2025 — Aug 31, 2025

minor

3A

Aug 1, 2025 — Aug 31, 2025

minor

3A

Jul 1, 2025 — Jul 31, 2025

minor

3A

Jul 1, 2025 — Jul 31, 2025

minor

+ 480 more resolved violations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Springfield tap water safe to drink?

Springfield's water has 1 contaminant detected above EPA limits. While the water is treated, residents may want to consider additional filtration.

What contaminants are in Springfield tap water?

3 contaminants have been detected in Springfield's water supply across 13 water systems. See the full contaminant table above for details.

How can I improve my water quality in Springfield?

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

Does Springfield have any water quality violations?

Yes, Springfield currently has 132 active violations. See the violations section above for details.