F0/100
ADAMS CO W/A #2-SOUTH — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,097 people · Mississippi
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MS0010009
Violations
277
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2012.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About ADAMS CO W/A #2-SOUTH
Is ADAMS CO W/A #2-SOUTH water safe to drink?
ADAMS CO W/A #2-SOUTH water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 277 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ADAMS CO W/A #2-SOUTH detected?
31 contaminants were tested in ADAMS CO W/A #2-SOUTH's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ADAMS CO W/A #2-SOUTH have any EPA violations?
Yes, ADAMS CO W/A #2-SOUTH has 277 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does ADAMS CO W/A #2-SOUTH serve?
ADAMS CO W/A #2-SOUTH serves approximately 8,097 people, Mississippi.
What type of water does ADAMS CO W/A #2-SOUTH provide?
ADAMS CO W/A #2-SOUTH sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MS0010009.
How does ADAMS CO W/A #2-SOUTH compare to other utilities in Mississippi?
ADAMS CO W/A #2-SOUTH scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Mississippi state page for a full comparison of water systems.