F0/100
BLACK BAYOU WATER ASSN. — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,917 people · Mississippi
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MS0760076
Violations
168
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2024 – July 31, 2024Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 BLACK BAYOU WATER ASSN.
Is BLACK BAYOU WATER ASSN. water safe to drink?
BLACK BAYOU WATER ASSN. water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 168 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BLACK BAYOU WATER ASSN. detected?
31 contaminants were tested in BLACK BAYOU WATER ASSN.'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BLACK BAYOU WATER ASSN. have any EPA violations?
Yes, BLACK BAYOU WATER ASSN. has 168 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, MON, MCL. 10 are health-based violations.
How many people does BLACK BAYOU WATER ASSN. serve?
BLACK BAYOU WATER ASSN. serves approximately 6,917 people, Mississippi.
What type of water does BLACK BAYOU WATER ASSN. provide?
BLACK BAYOU WATER ASSN. sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MS0760076.
How does BLACK BAYOU WATER ASSN. compare to other utilities in Mississippi?
BLACK BAYOU WATER ASSN. 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.