CITY REPORT MS 3 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Etta, MS: 28 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 5 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
5
Water Systems
1
ZIPs with Violations
Zone 2
Radon Risk (Moderate)
$138K
Median Home Value
$300
Est. Remediation (0.2% of home value)

Key Facts for Etta Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 28 violations in the past 5 years.
  • Average lead level: 0.0018 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 46% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $300 per household.
  • CDC health risk index: 15.25 - above typical levels.

Etta's Water Providers

Water service in Etta, MS is split across 3 utilities out of 5 tracked federally, each operating its own infrastructure and compliance record.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Etta, Mississippi (population ~1,348), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 7,506 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. 3 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Water Sources

Etta water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0018 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

Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 12 1
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 12 1
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Technique 12 1
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 10 1
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting 6 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
38627 28 3 Ingomar Water Association

All ZIP Codes in Etta

  • 38627 - 28 violations ⚠

Data Sources

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

Etta Community Health Snapshot

9.8%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
14.1%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
17.9%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 9.8% ↓
Diabetes 14.1% ↑
Mental Health 17.9% ↑

Vertical line = national average. Above national · Below national

What's in Etta's Water?

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 12 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA limit: 0.08 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 12 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure
Stage 2 DBP Rule 12 violations
Treatment Technique
Disinfection byproduct exposure risk

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

Etta Infrastructure Age

1998
Median Build Year
46%
Built Before 1986
17%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 46% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

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

Housing Age Profile

For a city with a median build year of 1998, Etta carries a housing profile that straddles the 1986 federal ban on lead solder in plumbing. Neither predominantly new nor predominantly old, the stock presents a moderate aggregate risk environment - with individual risk varying sharply depending on when and where a specific home was built.

1998
Median Year Built
46%
Pre-1986 (Lead Paint Risk)
17%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (17%) 1970–1986 (29%) Post-1986 (54%)

Most homes in Etta were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

How Remediation Costs Compare in Etta

In Etta, property values comfortably outpace what documented remediation typically costs - the equity share is proportionally low.

Median Home Value
$137,500
Est. Remediation
$300
Remediation as % of home value 0.2%

Remediation costs in Etta are relatively low compared to home values. The $150–$600 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 8% above the Mississippi average.

Etta: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

46%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0018
mg/L Avg Lead (Limit: 0.015)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

Locally, 46% of Etta homes carry interior plumbing from the era when lead solder was still permitted in new builds, and citywide monitoring approaches or crosses the EPA action benchmark. Households can find a draw-test kit and certified filtration through verified retailers.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How many water violations does Etta have?
Etta water systems have a total of 28 EPA violations, including 3 health-based violations. Violations are tracked across 1 ZIP code.
Does Etta water have lead?
The average 90th-percentile lead level in Etta is 0.0018 mg/L. This is below the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How many water systems serve Etta?
Etta is served by 5 public water systems across 1 ZIP code, serving approximately 1,348 people.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Etta?
Estimated remediation costs in Etta average $300 per household, ranging from $150 to $600. Costs include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, and flood protection.
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