Water Quality in Coldwater, MS (38668)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 38668.
Active Health Violations
11 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 94% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
14,791
Population
20
Water Systems
73
Violations (5yr)
11
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (20)
Arkabutla Lake South Abundment
City Of Senatobia
1 health-basedStrayhorn W/A-Crockett
Independence Middle School
Looxahoma Water Association
All resolvedStrayhorn W/A-Truslow
Back Acres
3 health-basedWyatte Baptist Church
All resolvedParadise Baptist Church
Shady Grove Baptist Church
Macedonia M B Church
Hammond Hill M B Church
Senatobia Lakes Estates, Inc
4 health-basedOakdale Estates And Lake Suente
3 health-basedHickory Grove Baptist And Lodg
Thyatira Ch Of Christ
Roberts Chappel
John Howard
Back Acres Country Club
Hicks Well Drilling
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2023
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2022
How Does This Compare?
Coldwater (38668) has more violations than 94% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 73.
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
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) 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.