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KOSSUTH W/A #2-BETHLEHEM — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 1,204 people · Mississippi

Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MS0020008
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 KOSSUTH W/A #2-BETHLEHEM

Is KOSSUTH W/A #2-BETHLEHEM water safe to drink?

KOSSUTH W/A #2-BETHLEHEM 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 KOSSUTH W/A #2-BETHLEHEM detected?

1 contaminants were tested in KOSSUTH W/A #2-BETHLEHEM's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.

Does KOSSUTH W/A #2-BETHLEHEM have any EPA violations?

Yes, KOSSUTH W/A #2-BETHLEHEM has 75 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, Other.

How many people does KOSSUTH W/A #2-BETHLEHEM serve?

KOSSUTH W/A #2-BETHLEHEM serves approximately 1,204 people, Mississippi.

What type of water does KOSSUTH W/A #2-BETHLEHEM provide?

KOSSUTH W/A #2-BETHLEHEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MS0020008.

How does KOSSUTH W/A #2-BETHLEHEM compare to other utilities in Mississippi?

KOSSUTH W/A #2-BETHLEHEM 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.