Winterville, MS Water Safety: 73/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
How does Winterville tap water hold up under EPA scrutiny? Above average for MS — documented violations are uncommon and the safety grade reflects a clean overall record.
How Winterville Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Winterville Water: The Quick Version
- Estimated remediation: $1,200 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 17.73 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Winterville
Because residential water in Winterville, MS flows primarily through a single utility, infrastructure decisions, rate-setting, and EPA compliance are all managed within one organizational structure. Federal records show 1 system active in the area, but one provider dominates the service landscape for most homes and apartments.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Winterville, Mississippi, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 288 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Winterville — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Winterville: B (73/100)
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
Winterville water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Winterville
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38782 | B | SCOTT COMBINED WATER & SEWER D | 288 |
All ZIP Codes in Winterville
- 38782 [B]
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.
CDC Health Data for Winterville
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
Climate-Related Water Risk for Winterville
Over the multi-decade window covered by the National Flood Insurance Program, Winterville has accumulated 1 claim — a total that suggests more than isolated flood exposure. With 100% of ZIP codes in designated flood zones, the water-quality implications of flooding move from hypothetical to periodically relevant: treatment intake can be compromised, wells can be infiltrated, and distribution backflow can occur.
Winterville has a moderate flood history with 1 FEMA claims averaging $845 per payout. 100% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
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>$1,200</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.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Winterville, MS