Water Quality in MORTON, MS (39117)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 39117.
71
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
71
Monitoring / Reporting
71
Resolved
What does this mean?
71 of 71 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 71 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 (71 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 18, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 18, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2023(10)
TTHM
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
TTHM
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
2022(34)
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
TTHM
27
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
How Does This Compare?
MORTON (39117) has 71 recorded violations, none of which are 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.
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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.