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EAST LOWNDES #4-HERMAN-VAUGHN — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 5,678 people · Mississippi

Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MS0440100
Violations
66

Contaminant Test Results

EPA Violation History

4

Violations (last 5yr)

4

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

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
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, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: 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, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: 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 EAST LOWNDES #4-HERMAN-VAUGHN

Is EAST LOWNDES #4-HERMAN-VAUGHN water safe to drink?

EAST LOWNDES #4-HERMAN-VAUGHN water receives a grade of D (30/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 66 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has EAST LOWNDES #4-HERMAN-VAUGHN detected?

31 contaminants were tested in EAST LOWNDES #4-HERMAN-VAUGHN's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.

Does EAST LOWNDES #4-HERMAN-VAUGHN have any EPA violations?

Yes, EAST LOWNDES #4-HERMAN-VAUGHN has 66 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.

How many people does EAST LOWNDES #4-HERMAN-VAUGHN serve?

EAST LOWNDES #4-HERMAN-VAUGHN serves approximately 5,678 people, Mississippi.

What type of water does EAST LOWNDES #4-HERMAN-VAUGHN provide?

EAST LOWNDES #4-HERMAN-VAUGHN sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MS0440100.

How does EAST LOWNDES #4-HERMAN-VAUGHN compare to other utilities in Mississippi?

EAST LOWNDES #4-HERMAN-VAUGHN scores 30/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Mississippi state page for a full comparison of water systems.