F0/100
UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 26,874 people · Mississippi
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MS0360015
Violations
145
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 436.85 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2021.
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 UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI
Is UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI water safe to drink?
UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 145 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI detected?
69 contaminants were tested in UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, PFOS, chlorate. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI have any EPA violations?
Yes, UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI has 145 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI serve?
UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI serves approximately 26,874 people, Mississippi.
What type of water does UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI provide?
UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MS0360015.
How does UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI compare to other utilities in Mississippi?
UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI 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.