Water Quality in Ocean Springs, MS (39563)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 39563.
Past Health-Based Violations
2 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 17 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 78% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
11,897
Population
10
Water Systems
19
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (10)
West Jackson Co Utility Dist
City Of Ocean Springs
All resolvedCity Of Pascagoula
All resolvedCity Of Gautier
All resolvedCity Of Moss Point
2 health-basedIngalls Shipbuilding
Orange Lake Elementary
Dub'S Trailer Park
Prentiss S Floore, Owner
Mr & Mrs R O Fears
Contaminants Found
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Ocean Springs (39563) has more violations than 78% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 19.
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.