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Greenwood, MS: 23 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable

2 ZIP codes · 5 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

2
ZIP Codes
5
Water Systems
1
ZIPs with Violations
Zone 3
Radon Risk (Low)
$108K
Median Home Value
$1,200
Est. Remediation (1.1% of home value)

Key Facts for Greenwood Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 23 violations in the past 5 years.
  • Average lead level: 0.0022 mg/L.
  • Estimated remediation: $1,200 per household.
  • CDC health risk index: 17.24 - above typical levels.

Greenwood's Water Providers

Residential water service in Greenwood, MS is divided among 3 separate utilities, drawn from 5 systems on file with federal regulators.

Overview

We track home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Greenwood, Mississippi, covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 23,326 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 2 ZIP codes.

1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. The available record reports no health-based violations for this measured scope.

Water Sources

Greenwood water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0022 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 3 (Low Risk)

  • Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
  • Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
  • Zone 3 (Low): 2 ZIP codes

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 16 1
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 16 1
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 8 1
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Technique 2 1
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Technique 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
38930 23 0 City of Greenwood

All ZIP Codes in Greenwood

Data Sources

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

Greenwood Community Health Snapshot

11.3%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
20.9%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
18.8%
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 11.3% ↑
Diabetes 20.9% ↑
Mental Health 18.8% ↑

Vertical line = national average. Above national · Below national

What's in Greenwood's Water?

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 16 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA limit: 0.08 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 16 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure
Revised Total Coliform Rule 8 violations
Microbiological
Indicates possible bacterial contamination

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

How Remediation Costs Compare in Greenwood

At current valuations, Greenwood falls in the moderate remediation-share tier - a level where treating this as a budgeted line item rather than an ad-hoc expense is the practical approach.

Median Home Value
$108,000
Est. Remediation
$1,200
Remediation as % of home value 1.1%

Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Greenwood. The estimated $800–$1,800 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 15% below the Mississippi average.

Greenwood: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

0.0022
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.

Lead risk in Greenwood appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.

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

Greenwood: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

369
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$13,793
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Greenwood contains 369 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $13,793. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 100% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.

How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. The <strong>$1,200</strong> remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.

Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.

Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many water violations does Greenwood have?
Greenwood water systems have a total of 23 EPA violations. Violations are tracked across 2 ZIP codes.
Does Greenwood water have lead?
The average 90th-percentile lead level in Greenwood is 0.0022 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 Greenwood?
Greenwood is served by 5 public water systems across 2 ZIP codes, serving approximately 23,326 people.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Greenwood?
Estimated remediation costs in Greenwood average $1,200 per household, ranging from $800 to $1,800. Costs include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, and flood protection.
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