F0/100
HOLMES JR COLLEGE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,052 people · Mississippi
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MS0260010
Violations
152
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
6
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: November 11, 2023 – November 29, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: November 11, 2023 – November 29, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
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: October 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2022 – October 31, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: January 28, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: October 11, 2021 – August 15, 2022Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: 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 HOLMES JR COLLEGE
Is HOLMES JR COLLEGE water safe to drink?
HOLMES JR COLLEGE water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 152 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HOLMES JR COLLEGE detected?
1 contaminants were tested in HOLMES JR COLLEGE's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HOLMES JR COLLEGE have any EPA violations?
Yes, HOLMES JR COLLEGE has 152 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR, MON. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does HOLMES JR COLLEGE serve?
HOLMES JR COLLEGE serves approximately 1,052 people, Mississippi.
What type of water does HOLMES JR COLLEGE provide?
HOLMES JR COLLEGE sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MS0260010.
How does HOLMES JR COLLEGE compare to other utilities in Mississippi?
HOLMES JR COLLEGE 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.