F0/100
CITY OF DREW — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,300 people · Mississippi
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MS0670004
Violations
245
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
7
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2025 – July 21, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – November 6, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024 – November 6, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: February 9, 2024 – December 24, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: February 9, 2024 – December 24, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: February 9, 2024 – December 24, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
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 DREW
Is CITY OF DREW water safe to drink?
CITY OF DREW water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 245 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF DREW detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CITY OF DREW's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF DREW have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF DREW has 245 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, TT, RPT. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF DREW serve?
CITY OF DREW serves approximately 2,300 people, Mississippi.
What type of water does CITY OF DREW provide?
CITY OF DREW sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MS0670004.
How does CITY OF DREW compare to other utilities in Mississippi?
CITY OF DREW 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.