F0/100
PICAYUNE UTILITIES, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 11,859 people · Mississippi
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MS0550004
Violations
94
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
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: October 1, 2022 – September 30, 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: October 1, 2022 – September 30, 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 PICAYUNE UTILITIES, CITY OF
Is PICAYUNE UTILITIES, CITY OF water safe to drink?
PICAYUNE UTILITIES, CITY OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 94 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PICAYUNE UTILITIES, CITY OF detected?
66 contaminants were tested in PICAYUNE UTILITIES, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PICAYUNE UTILITIES, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, PICAYUNE UTILITIES, CITY OF has 94 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, MON, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does PICAYUNE UTILITIES, CITY OF serve?
PICAYUNE UTILITIES, CITY OF serves approximately 11,859 people, Mississippi. The system provides water to 1 community: Picayune.
What type of water does PICAYUNE UTILITIES, CITY OF provide?
PICAYUNE UTILITIES, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MS0550004.
How does PICAYUNE UTILITIES, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Mississippi?
PICAYUNE UTILITIES, CITY OF 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.