Vicksburg, MS: 4 Health Violations — 83/100 (2026)
4 ZIP codes · 5 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
In current MS EPA data, Vicksburg's tap water sits in the high-safety tier.
How Vicksburg Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Vicksburg Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 16 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0009 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,500 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 15.38 — above typical levels.
Vicksburg's Water Providers
Vicksburg, 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 4 ZIP codes in Vicksburg, Mississippi, covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 42,730 people.
4 of 4 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 4 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Vicksburg: B (83/100)
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
Vicksburg 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)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 4 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 5 | 4 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 5 | 4 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39180 | B | 4 | 1 | City of Vicksburg |
| 39181 | B | 4 | 1 | City of Vicksburg |
| 39182 | A | 4 | 1 | City of Vicksburg |
| 39183 | B | 4 | 1 | City of Vicksburg |
All ZIP Codes in Vicksburg
- 39180 [B] — 4 violations ⚠
- 39181 [B] — 4 violations ⚠
- 39182 [A] — 4 violations ⚠
- 39183 [B] — 4 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.
Vicksburg Community Health Snapshot
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
What's in Vicksburg's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Vicksburg
Property equity in Vicksburg runs well ahead of estimated remediation costs — a cost-to-value ratio that sits in the low tier, meaning documented water and safety issues here are the kind homeowners can plan to address without treating the expense as a significant budget event relative to what their homes are worth.
Remediation costs in Vicksburg are relatively low compared to home values. The $950–$2,400 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 24% above the Mississippi average.
Vicksburg: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
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 Vicksburg 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.
Vicksburg: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Decades of documented flood activity appear in Vicksburg's NFIP record — 2399 insurance claims filed and 100% of ZIP codes carrying FEMA flood designations. The scale of that record puts water infrastructure vulnerability from flooding into the concrete-risk category.
Vicksburg has a significant flood history with 2,399 FEMA flood insurance claims on record, averaging $10,151 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>$1,500</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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