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Official Status: March 2026

Is Lees Summit tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
B

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 76/100.

Safety Score
76
out of 100

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Lees Summit

Missouri

View Missouri state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Lees Summit tap water safe to drink?

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 76/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 2 local systems in Lees Summit. We found 48 total violations (21 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Lees Summit.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Lees Summit?

Requirement Status
Recommended
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💡

Expert Advice

Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.

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Homebuyer's Perspective

Municipal water quality in Lees Summit directly influences pipe corrosion rates and home filtration needs. With a score of 76/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

Current records show no major contaminant spikes, making Lees Summit a preferred choice for health-conscious families.

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Compliance Record for Lees Summit

48
Violations (5yr)
21
Unresolved
0
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Lees Summit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lees Summit tap water safe to drink?

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 76/100.

How many water systems serve Lees Summit?

Lees Summit is served by 2 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Lees Summit?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Lees Summit.

What is the water quality score for Lees Summit?

The water quality score for Lees Summit is 76 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 2 systems serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in Lees Summit?

Current contaminant data for Lees Summit is being updated. Check back soon or search your specific address for the latest results.

Water Quality Score
76/100
Grade
B
Water Systems
2
Population
108,172

Lees Summit Water Quality Summary

Lees Summit, MO receives a water quality score of 76/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.

Lees Summit'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.

Lees Summit's score of 76 is 2 points below the Missouri state average of 78, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

For homebuyers looking at the mid-size city of Lees Summit, Missouri, the municipal water supply offers a generally favorable profile that indicates steady management across multiple local distribution networks. Situated in the Midwest agricultural plains near the confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri rivers, the area's source water is subject to the environmental influences characteristic of surrounding farming regions. Consequently, while the tap water meets standard quality expectations, some households may choose to use home filtration systems to refine the taste and address trace regional runoff.

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 →

No contaminant-specific recommendation is available from the records shown here.

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