Gore Springs, MS Water Safety: 99/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Water utilities in Gore Springs have maintained a consistent compliance record over recent monitoring periods — the city's above-average grade in MS reflects low violation rates and no systemic health concerns flagged in current data.
How Gore Springs Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Gore Springs Water
- Average lead level: 0.0009 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 46% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- CDC health risk index: 16.62 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Gore Springs
With 3 utilities splitting service in Gore Springs, MS, water accountability is distributed across 3 systems on the federal record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Gore Springs, Mississippi (population ~2,243), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 18,793 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Gore Springs — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Gore Springs: A (99/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Gore Springs water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0009 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38929 | A | City of Grenada | 12,762 |
All ZIP Codes in Gore Springs
- 38929 [A]
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
Health Outcomes in Gore Springs
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Housing & Infrastructure in Gore Springs
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
Roughly balanced between older and newer construction, Gore Springs shows a median build year of 1998 — a mid-range figure that places meaningful amounts of the residential inventory on both sides of the 1986 federal plumbing-solder ban.
Most homes in Gore Springs 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.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Gore Springs
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.
Older interior plumbing shapes the local picture: 46% of Gore Springs homes predate the federal solder ban, and aggregate sampling either approaches or crosses the action benchmark. That mix makes a single-home draw a standard pre-purchase or pre-occupancy step.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Gore Springs, MS