Health Violations Found

Water Quality in 38606 — Batesville, MS

EPA data for CITY OF BATESVILLE

Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS Last verified: March 16, 2026

7
Water Systems
7,463
People Served
2
Health Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
No data
Lead Level

Your Water System

ZIP code 38606 in Batesville, Mississippi is served by CITY OF BATESVILLE (EPA ID: MS0540002). This system provides water to approximately 7,463 people from groundwater sources.

There are 7 community water systems serving this area.

Lead & Copper in Your Water

No Lead & Copper Rule sampling data available for systems serving this ZIP code.

Violation Summary

2 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 31 violations remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

DateContaminantTypeStatus
October 17, 2024Stage 2 DBP RuleHealth-basedResolved
October 17, 2024Stage 2 DBP RuleHealth-basedResolved
January 1, 2024Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)MonitoringUnresolved
January 1, 2024Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)MonitoringUnresolved
January 1, 2024Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM)MonitoringUnresolved
January 1, 2024Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM)MonitoringUnresolved
January 1, 2024Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)MonitoringUnresolved
January 1, 2024Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)MonitoringUnresolved
January 1, 2024Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM)MonitoringUnresolved
January 1, 2024Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM)MonitoringUnresolved
January 1, 2024Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)MonitoringUnresolved
January 1, 2024Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)MonitoringUnresolved
January 1, 2024Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM)MonitoringUnresolved
January 1, 2024Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM)MonitoringUnresolved
April 1, 2023Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringResolved
April 1, 2023Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringUnresolved
April 1, 2023Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringUnresolved
April 1, 2023Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringUnresolved
January 1, 2023Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringUnresolved
January 1, 2023Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringResolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for water systems serving this ZIP code:

ContaminantCategoryViolationsHealth-Based
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Disinfection Byproducts13No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM)Disinfection Byproducts13No
Revised Total Coliform RuleMicrobiological7No
Stage 2 DBP RuleTreatment Technique2Yes

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Water Systems Serving This Area

System NameEPA IDPopulationSource
CITY OF BATESVILLEMS05400027,463Groundwater
HOTOPHIA WATER ASSOCIATIONMS05400092,086Groundwater
INDEPENDENCE WATER ASSOCIATIONMS05400112,035Groundwater
SARDIS LAKE COMMUNITY W/AMS05400631,463Groundwater
MT OLIVET WATER ASSOCIATIONMS05400131,082Groundwater

What You Can Do

  1. Request your water system’s Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) — Your utility is required to publish this annually
  2. Consider a home water test — Independent testing can reveal issues in your specific plumbing
  3. Install a certified water filter — NSF-certified filters can address specific contaminants
  4. Contact your water provider — Ask about current treatment and any ongoing remediation

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Other Water Quality Reports in Mississippi

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Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for CITY OF BATESVILLE (MS0540002) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 38606 safe to drink?

Batesville’s water system has recorded 2 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

Where does 38606’s water come from?

The primary water source for this area is groundwater. CITY OF BATESVILLE serves approximately 7,463 people.

How can I get my water tested?

Contact your local water utility for a free water quality report, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends testing annually if you use a private well.

Does 38606 have lead in the water?

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data is currently available in EPA records for water systems serving ZIP code 38606. If you are concerned about lead, contact your water utility or have your tap water independently tested.

What is the radon risk in 38606?

Radon zone data is not available for ZIP code 38606. The EPA recommends testing all homes for radon regardless of location, as radon levels can vary significantly even within the same neighborhood.

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