CITY REPORT MS HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 5

Abbeville, MS: 37 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 5 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
5
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
Zone 3
County Radon Potential (Low)
$220K
Median Home Value
$600
Est. Remediation (0.3% of home value)

Key Facts for Abbeville Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 37 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0038 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 40% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $600 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 11.93.

Abbeville's Water Providers

The 3 largest of 5 systems connected with Abbeville, MS are listed below.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Abbeville, Mississippi (population ~2,531), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 32,810 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 5 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Water Sources

Abbeville water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0038 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 3.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 16 1
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 16 1
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions Treatment Technique 12 1
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 6 1
Nitrate-Nitrite Inorganic 4 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
38601 — 37 5 City of Oxford

All ZIP Codes in Abbeville

  • 38601 - 37 violations ⚠

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Abbeville Community Health Snapshot

9.5%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
10.9%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
17.3%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 9.5% ↓
Diabetes 10.9% ↑
Mental Health 17.3% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

What's in Abbeville's Water?

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 16 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.06 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 16 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.08 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions 12 violations
Treatment Technique

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

Abbeville Infrastructure Age

1997
Median Build Year
40%
Built Before 1986
17%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

Abbeville's housing spans eras before and after 1986; its median build year is 1997.

1997
Median Year Built
40%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
17%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (17%) 1970–1986 (23%) Post-1986 (60%)

Most homes in Abbeville were built after 1986; lead exposure at a tap still depends on its service line and plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

How Remediation Costs Compare in Abbeville

This section sets two area figures side by side for Abbeville: the median home value and an estimated remediation cost. Here the estimate equals no more than 1% of that value, which places the city in the low tier; it is an area estimate, and the cost for any one property can be higher or lower.

Median Home Value
$219,800
Est. Remediation
$600
Remediation as % of home value 0.3%

Estimated remediation costs in Abbeville can be compared with local home values. The $300–$1,500 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 72% above the Mississippi average.

Abbeville: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

40%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0038
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many violations are on record for water systems serving Abbeville?
EPA records list 37 EPA violations, including 5 health-based violations for Abbeville water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Abbeville water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Abbeville is 0.0038 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How many water systems serve Abbeville?
Our records map 5 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Abbeville. The related population figure in our data is approximately 2,531 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Abbeville?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Abbeville: $600; modeled range $300 to $1,500. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Abbeville, MS: 37 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable. https://zipcheckup.com/cities/ms/abbeville/
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