Springfield, Missouri: Is the Tap Water Safe to Drink?
2026 EPA water quality data for 62 community water systems serving 222,033+ residents. See violations, PFAS results, lead test results, and safety grades — free.
Is Springfield Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Springfield has 62 community water systems. 61 of 62 graded systems meet all EPA standards (grade A or B), while 1 has recorded violations. No active health-based violations are currently open. Check individual system reports below for specifics.
Springfield Water Quality Overview
Springfield, Missouri is served by 62 community water systems providing water to approximately 222,033 residents. These systems draw from groundwater (60), surface water (1), groundwater purchased (1) sources. Springfield water systems have recorded 49 health-based violations in their history, though none are currently active. Including monitoring and reporting violations, there are 816 total violations on record.
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Springfield Drinking Water: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Springfield, Missouri tap water safe to drink?
Springfield has 62 community water systems. 61 of 62 graded systems meet all EPA standards (grade A or B), while 1 has recorded violations. No active health-based violations are currently open. Check individual system reports below for specifics.
How many water utilities serve Springfield, Missouri?
62 community water systems serve Springfield, Missouri, providing water to approximately 222,033 people. Different neighborhoods may be served by different utilities. Enter your ZIP code at the top to find your specific provider.
Does Springfield tap water have lead?
Lead in drinking water typically enters from old pipes and fixtures inside homes and buildings, not from the treatment plant. The EPA requires water systems to monitor for lead under the Lead and Copper Rule. Click any water system above to see its most recent 90th-percentile lead test results. Homes built before 1986 are most likely to have lead plumbing components.
What contaminants have been found in Springfield drinking water?
EPA violation records for Springfield water systems are listed on each utility's report page. Common regulated contaminants include disinfection byproducts (TTHMs, HAA5), coliform bacteria, nitrates, and lead. Click any utility above to see its full violation history going back 10 years.
How do I find out which water company serves my address in Springfield?
Enter your Springfield ZIP code in the search box at the top of this page. ClearWater will identify the specific water system serving your area and show you its EPA violation history, lead test results, and an overall safety grade. You can also check your water bill or your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR).