Health Violations Found

Water Quality in 38619 — Como, MS

EPA data for NORTH PANOLA WATER DISTRICT

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

3
Water Systems
1,500
People Served
2
Health Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
No data
Lead Level

Your Water System

ZIP code 38619 in Como, Mississippi is served by NORTH PANOLA WATER DISTRICT (EPA ID: MS0540072). This system provides water to approximately 1,500 people from groundwater sources.

There are 3 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. 55 violations remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

DateContaminantTypeStatus
January 1, 2025Stage 1 DBP RuleMonitoringUnresolved
October 17, 2024Stage 2 DBP RuleHealth-basedResolved
October 17, 2024Stage 2 DBP RuleMonitoringResolved
October 17, 2024Stage 2 DBP RuleHealth-basedResolved
October 17, 2024Stage 2 DBP RuleMonitoringResolved
July 1, 2024Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringResolved
July 1, 2024Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringResolved
July 1, 2024Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringResolved
July 1, 2024Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringResolved
June 1, 2024Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringUnresolved
June 1, 2024Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringResolved
June 1, 2024Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringResolved
May 1, 2024Consumer Confidence Report RuleMonitoringUnresolved
May 1, 2024Consumer Confidence Report RuleMonitoringResolved
May 1, 2024Consumer Confidence Report RuleMonitoringResolved
May 1, 2024Consumer Confidence Report RuleMonitoringResolved
May 1, 2024Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringUnresolved
May 1, 2024Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringResolved
May 1, 2024Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringResolved
April 1, 2024Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringResolved

Contaminants Detected

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

ContaminantCategoryViolationsHealth-Based
Revised Total Coliform RuleMicrobiological21No
BariumInorganic12No
CadmiumInorganic12No
ChromiumInorganic12No
FluorideInorganic12No
NickelInorganic12No
NitriteInorganic12No
MercuryInorganic12No
Contaminant 1075Other12No
Contaminant 1085Other12No
Contaminant 1045Other12No
Consumer Confidence Report RuleReporting11No
Surface Water Treatment RuleTreatment Technique10No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Disinfection Byproducts9No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM)Disinfection Byproducts9No

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Water Systems Serving This Area

System NameEPA IDPopulationSource
NORTH PANOLA WATER DISTRICTMS05400721,500Groundwater
HARMONTOWN WATER ASSOCIATION INCMS03600071,393Groundwater
TOWN OF COMOMS05400041,279Groundwater

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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Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for NORTH PANOLA WATER DISTRICT (MS0540072) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 38619 safe to drink?

Como’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 38619’s water come from?

The primary water source for this area is groundwater. NORTH PANOLA WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 1,500 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 38619 have lead in the water?

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data is currently available in EPA records for water systems serving ZIP code 38619. If you are concerned about lead, contact your water utility or have your tap water independently tested.

What is the radon risk in 38619?

Radon zone data is not available for ZIP code 38619. 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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