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GAINES-TRACE WATER ASSOCIATION — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 1,214 people · Mississippi

Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MS0480017
Violations
75

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 GAINES-TRACE WATER ASSOCIATION

Is GAINES-TRACE WATER ASSOCIATION water safe to drink?

GAINES-TRACE WATER ASSOCIATION water receives a grade of D (25/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 75 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has GAINES-TRACE WATER ASSOCIATION detected?

1 contaminants were tested in GAINES-TRACE WATER ASSOCIATION's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.

Does GAINES-TRACE WATER ASSOCIATION have any EPA violations?

Yes, GAINES-TRACE WATER ASSOCIATION has 75 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, Other.

How many people does GAINES-TRACE WATER ASSOCIATION serve?

GAINES-TRACE WATER ASSOCIATION serves approximately 1,214 people, Mississippi.

What type of water does GAINES-TRACE WATER ASSOCIATION provide?

GAINES-TRACE WATER ASSOCIATION sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MS0480017.

How does GAINES-TRACE WATER ASSOCIATION compare to other utilities in Mississippi?

GAINES-TRACE WATER ASSOCIATION scores 25/100 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.