F0/100
TOWN OF FLORENCE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,824 people · Mississippi
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MS0610009
Violations
277
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
7
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
6
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2024 – March 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: October 25, 2023 – May 13, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Unresolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2022 – June 30, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underwayVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2022 – June 30, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underwayVerify 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 TOWN OF FLORENCE
Is TOWN OF FLORENCE water safe to drink?
TOWN OF FLORENCE water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 277 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has TOWN OF FLORENCE detected?
31 contaminants were tested in TOWN OF FLORENCE's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TOWN OF FLORENCE have any EPA violations?
Yes, TOWN OF FLORENCE has 277 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MCL, Other, MR. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does TOWN OF FLORENCE serve?
TOWN OF FLORENCE serves approximately 5,824 people, Mississippi.
What type of water does TOWN OF FLORENCE provide?
TOWN OF FLORENCE sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MS0610009.
How does TOWN OF FLORENCE compare to other utilities in Mississippi?
TOWN OF FLORENCE 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.