CITY REPORT MS 3 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Vicksburg, MS: 10 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable

4 ZIP codes · 6 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

4
ZIP Codes
6
Water Systems
2
ZIPs with Violations
Zone 3
Radon Risk (Low)
$158K
Median Home Value
$1,500
Est. Remediation (0.9% of home value)

Key Facts for Vicksburg Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 10 violations in the past 5 years.
  • Average lead level: 0.0019 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 6 federally tracked systems. Each operates independently, with its own infrastructure, rate structure, and compliance record.

Overview

We track home safety data for 4 ZIP codes in Vicksburg, Mississippi, covering 6 community water systems serving approximately 42,730 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 2 of 4 ZIP codes.

2 of 2 ZIP codes 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

Vicksburg water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0019 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 2 ZIP codes 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): 4 ZIP codes

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Technique 6 1
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 5 2
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 5 2
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Technique 4 1
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
39180 10 3 City of Vicksburg
39183 2 1 City of Vicksburg

All ZIP Codes in Vicksburg

Data Sources

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

Vicksburg Community Health Snapshot

10.1%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
16.2%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
16.2%
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 10.1% ↑
Diabetes 16.2% ↑
Mental Health 16.2% ↑

Vertical line = national average. Above national · Below national

What's in Vicksburg's Water?

Lead and Copper Rule 6 violations
Treatment Technique
Developmental delays in children, kidney damage
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 5 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure
Revised Total Coliform Rule 5 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 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.

Median Home Value
$157,800
Est. Remediation
$1,500
Remediation as % of home value 0.9%

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

0.0019
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 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: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

2,399
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$16,577
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Vicksburg contains 2,399 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $16,577. 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>$1,500</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 Vicksburg have?
Vicksburg water systems have a total of 10 EPA violations, including 3 health-based violations. Violations are tracked across 4 ZIP codes.
Does Vicksburg water have lead?
The average 90th-percentile lead level in Vicksburg is 0.0019 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 Vicksburg?
Vicksburg is served by 6 public water systems across 4 ZIP codes, serving approximately 42,730 people.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Vicksburg?
Estimated remediation costs in Vicksburg average $1,500 per household, ranging from $950 to $2,400. Costs include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, and flood protection.
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