F0/100
CITY OF CORINTH — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 15,000 people · Mississippi
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
MS0020002
Violations
376
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.011 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.009 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2014.
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 CITY OF CORINTH
Is CITY OF CORINTH water safe to drink?
CITY OF CORINTH water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 376 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF CORINTH detected?
69 contaminants were tested in CITY OF CORINTH's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF CORINTH have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF CORINTH has 376 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MCL, MR, Other. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF CORINTH serve?
CITY OF CORINTH serves approximately 15,000 people, Mississippi. The system provides water to 1 community: Corinth.
What type of water does CITY OF CORINTH provide?
CITY OF CORINTH sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is MS0020002.
How does CITY OF CORINTH compare to other utilities in Mississippi?
CITY OF CORINTH 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.