Water Quality in Jackson, MS (39206)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 39206.

Past Health-Based Violations

23 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 3 monitoring/reporting violations.

More violations than 82% of US ZIP codes.

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

23,257

Population

6

Water Systems

26

Violations (5yr)

23

Health-Based

Location

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Water Systems Serving This Area (6)

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)

City Of Clinton

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

Homewood Mobile Manor

Groundwater 504 people served
0 violations

Mikhails Northgate

Groundwater 300 people served
0 violations

Obannon Grocery

Groundwater 50 people served
0 violations

Contaminants Found

TTHMHealth-Based
7 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
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Health-Based
5 violations
All resolved
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleHealth-Based
3 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

Lead & Copper Levels

Lead (Pb)

Within limit
4.1 ppb measured Action level: 15 ppb

Sampled: Jul 2025

How Does This Compare?

Jackson (39206) has more violations than 82% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 26.

Fewer violations 82th 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

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

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.

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