F0/100
CHARLESTON UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,100 people · Mississippi
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MS0680002
Violations
104
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 CHARLESTON UTILITIES
Is CHARLESTON UTILITIES water safe to drink?
CHARLESTON UTILITIES water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 104 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CHARLESTON UTILITIES detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CHARLESTON UTILITIES's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CHARLESTON UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, CHARLESTON UTILITIES has 104 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 9 are health-based violations.
How many people does CHARLESTON UTILITIES serve?
CHARLESTON UTILITIES serves approximately 3,100 people, Mississippi.
What type of water does CHARLESTON UTILITIES provide?
CHARLESTON UTILITIES sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MS0680002.
How does CHARLESTON UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Mississippi?
CHARLESTON UTILITIES 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.