Water Quality in Jackson, MS (39174)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 39174.

Past Health-Based Violations

24 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 13 monitoring/reporting violations.

More violations than 87% of US ZIP codes.

Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.

485

Population

10

Water Systems

37

Violations (5yr)

24

Health-Based

Location

Loading map...

Water Systems Serving This Area (10)

City Of Jackson

18 health-based
Surface water 189,673 people served
19 violations (5yr) · 18 health-based · All resolved
Lead tested: 4.1 ppb (limit: 15 ppb) ✓

City Of Jackson-Maddox Rd.

5 health-based
Groundwater 28,098 people served
7 violations (5yr) · 5 health-based · All resolved
Lead tested: 2.1 ppb (limit: 15 ppb) ✓

Bear Creek W/A-West

Groundwater 26,677 people served
0 violations
Lead tested: 1.6 ppb (limit: 15 ppb) ✓

City Of Clinton

Groundwater 25,000 people served
0 violations
Lead tested: 1 ppb (limit: 15 ppb) ✓

City Of Ridgeland

Groundwater 24,340 people served
0 violations
Lead tested: 1.3 ppb (limit: 15 ppb) ✓

Bear Creek W/A -East

Groundwater 18,770 people served
0 violations
Lead tested: 3.2 ppb (limit: 15 ppb) ✓

City Of Canton

1 health-based
Groundwater 16,785 people served
6 violations (5yr) · 1 health-based · All resolved
Lead tested: 1.7 ppb (limit: 15 ppb) ✓

City Of Madison

All resolved
Groundwater 16,136 people served
1 violation (5yr) · All resolved
Lead tested: 1.1 ppb (limit: 15 ppb) ✓

Tougaloo College

All resolved
Groundwater 534 people served
4 violations (5yr) · All resolved

Zebra Motel

Groundwater 40 people served
0 violations

Contaminants Found

TTHMHealth-Based
11 violations
All resolved
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Health-Based
9 violations
All resolved
Lead and Copper RuleHealth-Based

Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.

7 violations
All resolved
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleHealth-Based
3 violations
All resolved
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSHealth-Based
2 violations
All resolved
Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleHealth-Based
1 violation
All resolved
Public NoticeMonitoring
2 violations
All resolved
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoring

Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.

1 violation
All resolved
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoring

Annual water quality report delivery requirement.

1 violation
All resolved

Lead & Copper Levels

Lead (Pb)

Within limit
4.1 ppb measured Action level: 15 ppb

Sampled: Jul 2025

How Does This Compare?

Jackson (39174) has more violations than 87% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 37.

Fewer violations 87th percentile More violations

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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.

Nearby ZIP Codes

Check Another ZIP Code