D29/100
RUSSELL UTILITIES INC — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,094 people · Mississippi
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MS0380008
Violations
71
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
3
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
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 RUSSELL UTILITIES INC
Is RUSSELL UTILITIES INC water safe to drink?
RUSSELL UTILITIES INC water receives a grade of D (29/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 71 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has RUSSELL UTILITIES INC detected?
1 contaminants were tested in RUSSELL UTILITIES INC's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does RUSSELL UTILITIES INC have any EPA violations?
Yes, RUSSELL UTILITIES INC has 71 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does RUSSELL UTILITIES INC serve?
RUSSELL UTILITIES INC serves approximately 2,094 people, Mississippi.
What type of water does RUSSELL UTILITIES INC provide?
RUSSELL UTILITIES INC sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MS0380008.
How does RUSSELL UTILITIES INC compare to other utilities in Mississippi?
RUSSELL UTILITIES INC scores 29/100 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.