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CENTRAL W/A-SOUTHWEST — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 5,312 people · Mississippi

Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MS0500009
Violations
77

Contaminant Test Results

1 contaminant above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
Lead (90th percentile)
0.002 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

4

Violations (last 5yr)

4

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

TIER 3Unresolved

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: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

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: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

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: January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

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: January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov

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 CENTRAL W/A-SOUTHWEST

Is CENTRAL W/A-SOUTHWEST water safe to drink?

CENTRAL W/A-SOUTHWEST water receives a grade of D (20/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 77 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has CENTRAL W/A-SOUTHWEST detected?

51 contaminants were tested in CENTRAL W/A-SOUTHWEST's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does CENTRAL W/A-SOUTHWEST have any EPA violations?

Yes, CENTRAL W/A-SOUTHWEST has 77 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, Other.

How many people does CENTRAL W/A-SOUTHWEST serve?

CENTRAL W/A-SOUTHWEST serves approximately 5,312 people, Mississippi.

What type of water does CENTRAL W/A-SOUTHWEST provide?

CENTRAL W/A-SOUTHWEST sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MS0500009.

How does CENTRAL W/A-SOUTHWEST compare to other utilities in Mississippi?

CENTRAL W/A-SOUTHWEST scores 20/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Mississippi state page for a full comparison of water systems.