C49/100
CITY OF NATCHEZ — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 14,520 people · Mississippi
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MS0010002
Violations
28
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2010.
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 NATCHEZ
Is CITY OF NATCHEZ water safe to drink?
CITY OF NATCHEZ water receives a grade of C (49/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 28 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF NATCHEZ detected?
66 contaminants were tested in CITY OF NATCHEZ's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF NATCHEZ have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF NATCHEZ has 28 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2010. Violation types include MCL, MR. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF NATCHEZ serve?
CITY OF NATCHEZ serves approximately 14,520 people, Mississippi. The system provides water to 1 community: Natchez.
What type of water does CITY OF NATCHEZ provide?
CITY OF NATCHEZ sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MS0010002.
How does CITY OF NATCHEZ compare to other utilities in Mississippi?
CITY OF NATCHEZ scores 49/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Mississippi state page for a full comparison of water systems.