F6/100
POPLAR SPRINGS WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,188 people · Mississippi
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MS0640012
Violations
83
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 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 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – August 19, 2022Enforcement: 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 POPLAR SPRINGS WATER DISTRICT
Is POPLAR SPRINGS WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
POPLAR SPRINGS WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of F (6/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 83 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has POPLAR SPRINGS WATER DISTRICT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in POPLAR SPRINGS WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does POPLAR SPRINGS WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, POPLAR SPRINGS WATER DISTRICT has 83 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does POPLAR SPRINGS WATER DISTRICT serve?
POPLAR SPRINGS WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 1,188 people, Mississippi.
What type of water does POPLAR SPRINGS WATER DISTRICT provide?
POPLAR SPRINGS WATER DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MS0640012.
How does POPLAR SPRINGS WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Mississippi?
POPLAR SPRINGS WATER DISTRICT scores 6/100 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.