Water Quality in Oxford, MS (38619)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 38619.
Active Health Violations
3 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 95% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
5,366
Population
16
Water Systems
81
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (16)
Arkabutla Lake South Abundment
City Of Oxford
All resolvedUniversity Of Mississippi
City Of Senatobia
1 health-basedNorth Panola Water District
1 health-basedHarmontown Water Association Inc
1 health-basedTown Of Como
Stuckeys
Holiday Lodge Mobile Home Pk
All resolvedOaks Mobile Home Park
Camp Phoenix-Boys Club
Tackle Box Restaurant
Home Place Pastures
All resolvedCountyside Cafe
Fish Shack
Holiday Lodge
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Oxford (38619) has more violations than 95% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 81.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.