Water Quality in Oxford, MS (38863)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 38863.
Active Health Violations
5 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 90% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
19,046
Population
18
Water Systems
46
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (18)
City Of Oxford
All resolvedUniversity Of Mississippi
City Of Pontotoc
1 health-basedEast Pontotoc Water Assn
1 health-basedOak Hill Water Assn
Oak Hill Water Assn #2
Mud Creek Water Association #1
1 health-basedToccopola Water Association #2
Troy Water Association
All resolvedSouth Pontotoc School
Mud Creek Water Association #4
1 health-basedCoontail Water Association
All resolvedPrimrose Water Assn.
Mud Creek Water Association #2
1 health-basedTroy Water Assn. #2
Friendship Baptist Church
Mud Creek Water Assn #3
O H Carter
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
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: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Oxford (38863) has more violations than 90% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 46.
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.