F0/100
CITY OF YAZOO CITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,913 people · Mississippi
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MS0820014
Violations
106
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
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
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 – March 24, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – October 23, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – August 24, 2023Enforcement: 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 YAZOO CITY
Is CITY OF YAZOO CITY water safe to drink?
CITY OF YAZOO CITY water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 106 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF YAZOO CITY detected?
66 contaminants were tested in CITY OF YAZOO CITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF YAZOO CITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF YAZOO CITY has 106 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, Other. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF YAZOO CITY serve?
CITY OF YAZOO CITY serves approximately 9,913 people, Mississippi. The system provides water to 1 community: Yazoo City.
What type of water does CITY OF YAZOO CITY provide?
CITY OF YAZOO CITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MS0820014.
How does CITY OF YAZOO CITY compare to other utilities in Mississippi?
CITY OF YAZOO CITY 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.