F0/100
KEOWNVILLE RURAL WATER ASSN — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,663 people · Mississippi
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MS0730004
Violations
295
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
3
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2025 – July 17, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 KEOWNVILLE RURAL WATER ASSN
Is KEOWNVILLE RURAL WATER ASSN water safe to drink?
KEOWNVILLE RURAL WATER ASSN water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 295 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has KEOWNVILLE RURAL WATER ASSN detected?
1 contaminants were tested in KEOWNVILLE RURAL WATER ASSN's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does KEOWNVILLE RURAL WATER ASSN have any EPA violations?
Yes, KEOWNVILLE RURAL WATER ASSN has 295 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does KEOWNVILLE RURAL WATER ASSN serve?
KEOWNVILLE RURAL WATER ASSN serves approximately 2,663 people, Mississippi.
What type of water does KEOWNVILLE RURAL WATER ASSN provide?
KEOWNVILLE RURAL WATER ASSN sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MS0730004.
How does KEOWNVILLE RURAL WATER ASSN compare to other utilities in Mississippi?
KEOWNVILLE RURAL WATER ASSN 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.