F0/100
CITY OF GULFPORT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 75,056 people · Mississippi
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MS0240003
Violations
426
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
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 CITY OF GULFPORT
Is CITY OF GULFPORT water safe to drink?
CITY OF GULFPORT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 426 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF GULFPORT detected?
73 contaminants were tested in CITY OF GULFPORT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF GULFPORT have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF GULFPORT has 426 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include MR, TT, Other. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF GULFPORT serve?
CITY OF GULFPORT serves approximately 75,056 people, Mississippi. The system provides water to 1 community: Gulfport.
What type of water does CITY OF GULFPORT provide?
CITY OF GULFPORT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MS0240003.
How does CITY OF GULFPORT compare to other utilities in Mississippi?
CITY OF GULFPORT 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.