Pascagoula, MS: 10 Health Violations — 84/100 (2026)
5 ZIP codes · 5 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Throughout Pascagoula and across its water systems, EPA compliance data for MS shows above-average performance — violations are minimal, none of the tracked systems have recorded repeated MCL exceedances in recent cycles, and the safety picture has held steady across multiple reporting periods.
How Pascagoula Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Pascagoula, MS
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
How ZIP codes in Pascagoula score across all safety grades.
What You Should Know About Pascagoula Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 55 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0012 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $2,140 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.68 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Pascagoula
Pascagoula, MS draws its residential water from 3 separate providers among the 5 federally tracked systems. Each operates independently, with its own infrastructure, rate structure, and compliance record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 5 ZIP codes in Pascagoula, Mississippi (population ~21,855), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 35,275 people region-wide.
5 of 5 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 10 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Pascagoula: B (84/100)
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
Pascagoula water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0012 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)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 5 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 24 | 5 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 24 | 5 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 12 | 5 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 6 | 5 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39567 | B | 11 | 2 | City of Pascagoula |
| 39568 | A | 11 | 2 | City of Pascagoula |
| 39569 | A | 11 | 2 | City of Pascagoula |
| 39581 | B | 11 | 2 | City of Pascagoula |
| 39595 | A | 11 | 2 | City of Pascagoula |
All ZIP Codes in Pascagoula
- 39567 [B] — 11 violations ⚠
- 39568 [A] — 11 violations ⚠
- 39569 [A] — 11 violations ⚠
- 39581 [B] — 11 violations ⚠
- 39595 [A] — 11 violations ⚠
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 Pascagoula
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
Top Contaminants in Pascagoula Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Pascagoula Homeowners
Although the Pascagoula remediation share is moderate, it remains reachable for most homeowners who plan for the expense in advance.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Pascagoula. The estimated $1,430–$3,420 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 7% above the Mississippi average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Pascagoula
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 Pascagoula 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.
Flood & Climate Risk in Pascagoula
The NFIP record for Pascagoula is not ambiguous: 3409 claims filed and 100% of ZIP codes in FEMA-designated flood territory add up to a substantial flood exposure profile. For a water quality assessment, that profile matters because flooding doesn't just damage property — it can temporarily compromise the systems that deliver safe drinking water, from overwhelmed treatment plants to infiltrated private wells to backflow events in distribution infrastructure.
Pascagoula has a significant flood history with 3,409 FEMA flood insurance claims on record, averaging $34,234 per claim. With 100% of ZIP codes in FEMA-designated flood zones, flood risk is a major concern for homeowners and water quality.
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. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$2,140</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
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