Is New Cambria, MO Tap Water Safe to Drink?
New Cambria, MO tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Contaminants including lithium have been detected at or below guideline thresholds.
Where Does New Cambria Get Its Water?
Water in New Cambria, MO is provided by 2 public water systems: CHARITON LINN COUNTY PWSD 3 and THOMAS HILL PWSD 1.
How Is New Cambria Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine and calcium hypochlorite and chloramines and on-site generated disinfectant. Treatment includes air stripping, conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration), granular activated carbon filtration and in-line filtration.
What's in New Cambria Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in New Cambria public water systems. All detected levels fall at or below EPA health guidelines in this dataset.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFBA | 0.0073 µg/L | — | 1 ZIP | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 11Cl-PF3OUdS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| HFPO-DA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for New Cambria
Current EPA monitoring data for New Cambria shows contaminant levels within guideline thresholds across all ZIP codes in this dataset. As with all public water systems, sensitive populations may choose to use a certified filter for additional peace of mind.
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Frequently Asked Questions about New Cambria Tap Water
Is New Cambria tap water safe to drink?
New Cambria tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Sensitive populations may still choose to use a certified filter as a precaution.
What contaminants are in New Cambria tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in New Cambria water systems include: lithium, PFBA, PFTrDA. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does New Cambria get its drinking water?
New Cambria receives water from 2 public water systems, including CHARITON LINN COUNTY PWSD 3.
Do I need a water filter in New Cambria?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in New Cambria. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is New Cambria tap water tested?
Public water systems in New Cambria are required by the EPA to test for regulated contaminants on schedules ranging from daily (for microbials and disinfectants) to annual or triennial (for many chemical contaminants). Results are published in annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The data on this page reflects the most recent available EPA monitoring results, with the latest sample date of 2025-01-13.
Tap water reports by ZIP in New Cambria
- 63558 - New Cambria tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving New Cambria, MO
Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.
- CHARITON LINN COUNTY PWSD 3Some concern
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