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EAST LOWNDES W/A #1-LEE STOKES — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 2,209 people · Mississippi

Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MS0440005
Violations
73

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 W/A #1-LEE STOKES

Is EAST LOWNDES W/A #1-LEE STOKES water safe to drink?

EAST LOWNDES W/A #1-LEE STOKES water receives a grade of D (27/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 73 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has EAST LOWNDES W/A #1-LEE STOKES detected?

1 contaminants were tested in EAST LOWNDES W/A #1-LEE STOKES's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.

Does EAST LOWNDES W/A #1-LEE STOKES have any EPA violations?

Yes, EAST LOWNDES W/A #1-LEE STOKES has 73 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, Other.

How many people does EAST LOWNDES W/A #1-LEE STOKES serve?

EAST LOWNDES W/A #1-LEE STOKES serves approximately 2,209 people, Mississippi.

What type of water does EAST LOWNDES W/A #1-LEE STOKES provide?

EAST LOWNDES W/A #1-LEE STOKES sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MS0440005.

How does EAST LOWNDES W/A #1-LEE STOKES compare to other utilities in Mississippi?

EAST LOWNDES W/A #1-LEE STOKES scores 27/100 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.