F15/100
IMPROVE WATER ASSOCIATION — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,666 people · Mississippi
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MS0740002
Violations
81
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
2
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
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 IMPROVE WATER ASSOCIATION
Is IMPROVE WATER ASSOCIATION water safe to drink?
IMPROVE WATER ASSOCIATION water receives a grade of F (15/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 81 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has IMPROVE WATER ASSOCIATION detected?
1 contaminants were tested in IMPROVE WATER ASSOCIATION's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does IMPROVE WATER ASSOCIATION have any EPA violations?
Yes, IMPROVE WATER ASSOCIATION has 81 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does IMPROVE WATER ASSOCIATION serve?
IMPROVE WATER ASSOCIATION serves approximately 2,666 people, Mississippi.
What type of water does IMPROVE WATER ASSOCIATION provide?
IMPROVE WATER ASSOCIATION sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MS0740002.
How does IMPROVE WATER ASSOCIATION compare to other utilities in Mississippi?
IMPROVE WATER ASSOCIATION scores 15/100 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.