Cape Girardeau
Is Cape Girardeau tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Cape Girardeau scores 64/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Cape Girardeau. We found 71 total violations (10 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
Live: 09:15 AM☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Cape Girardeau.
Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Cape Girardeau?
Expert Advice
Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.
Buying a Filter?
Filter or no filter for Cape Girardeau water? Here's what the data says.
Baby Formula Safety
What new parents in Cape Girardeau should know about tap water safety.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Water quality is easy to overlook when evaluating a move to Cape Girardeau, but it can affect plumbing longevity and appliance lifespan. With a score of 64/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.
Health & Family Safety
Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Cape Girardeau
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Cape Girardeau.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cape Girardeau tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Cape Girardeau scores 64/100.
How many water systems serve Cape Girardeau?
Cape Girardeau is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Cape Girardeau?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Cape Girardeau.
What is the water quality score for Cape Girardeau?
The water quality score for Cape Girardeau is 64 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 1 system serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Cape Girardeau?
The top contaminants detected in Cape Girardeau include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Cape Girardeau Water Quality Summary
Cape Girardeau, MO receives a water quality score of 64/100 (Grade C) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.
Cape Girardeau's water quality is near the national average. While most systems meet EPA standards, some violations have been recorded. Residents may wish to review their specific water system's report for contaminant details.
Cape Girardeau's score of 64 is 14 points below the Missouri state average of 78, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.
Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Missouri water quality rankings report →
Key Contaminants
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