F0/100
CITY OF SARDIS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,439 people · Mississippi
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MS0540018
Violations
171
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 SARDIS
Is CITY OF SARDIS water safe to drink?
CITY OF SARDIS water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 171 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF SARDIS detected?
31 contaminants were tested in CITY OF SARDIS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF SARDIS have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF SARDIS has 171 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MON, MR, Other. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF SARDIS serve?
CITY OF SARDIS serves approximately 3,439 people, Mississippi. The system provides water to 1 community: Sardis.
What type of water does CITY OF SARDIS provide?
CITY OF SARDIS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MS0540018.
How does CITY OF SARDIS compare to other utilities in Mississippi?
CITY OF SARDIS 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.