F0/100
CITY OF LELAND — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,591 people · Mississippi
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MS0760006
Violations
165
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
5
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2025 – August 13, 2025Enforcement: 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 – October 21, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – October 21, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 LELAND
Is CITY OF LELAND water safe to drink?
CITY OF LELAND water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 165 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF LELAND detected?
31 contaminants were tested in CITY OF LELAND's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF LELAND have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF LELAND has 165 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, RPT, TT. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF LELAND serve?
CITY OF LELAND serves approximately 4,591 people, Mississippi. The system provides water to 1 community: Leland.
What type of water does CITY OF LELAND provide?
CITY OF LELAND sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MS0760006.
How does CITY OF LELAND compare to other utilities in Mississippi?
CITY OF LELAND 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.