F0/100
CITY OF GREENVILLE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 29,602 people · Mississippi
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MS0760004
Violations
372
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
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2022 – March 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 CITY OF GREENVILLE
Is CITY OF GREENVILLE water safe to drink?
CITY OF GREENVILLE water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 372 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF GREENVILLE detected?
66 contaminants were tested in CITY OF GREENVILLE's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF GREENVILLE have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF GREENVILLE has 372 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MCL, Other, MR. 21 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF GREENVILLE serve?
CITY OF GREENVILLE serves approximately 29,602 people, Mississippi. The system provides water to 1 community: Greenville.
What type of water does CITY OF GREENVILLE provide?
CITY OF GREENVILLE sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MS0760004.
How does CITY OF GREENVILLE compare to other utilities in Mississippi?
CITY OF GREENVILLE 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.