Water Quality in GEORGETOWN, MS (39078)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 39078.
22
Total Violations
2
Health-Based
20
Monitoring / Reporting
22
Resolved
What does this mean?
22 of 22 violations have been resolved. 2 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 20 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (22 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Mercury | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | Kidney damage |
| Mercury | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | Kidney damage |
| Selenium | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | Hair or fingernail loss; numbness in fingers or toes; circulatory problems |
| Selenium | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | Hair or fingernail loss; numbness in fingers or toes; circulatory problems |
| Arsenic | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | Skin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Arsenic | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | Skin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(4)
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
2021(18)
Mercury
03
Mercury
03
Selenium
03
Selenium
03
Arsenic
03
Arsenic
03
Barium
03
Barium
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Antimony, Total
03
Antimony, Total
03
Cadmium
03
Cadmium
03
Chromium
03
Chromium
03
Thallium, Total
03
Thallium, Total
03
How Does This Compare?
GEORGETOWN (39078) has 22 recorded violations, including 2 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
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.