Tishomingo, MS (38873): 17 Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems
EPA data combined for 6 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: City of Iuka)
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 38873 in Tishomingo, MS contain 17 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 0 are marked health-based.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 17 violations (non-health) (since 2021).
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result is below the laboratory reporting limit, not a measured zero; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- Radon EPA Zone 3 - county-level radon potential, not evidence of a low home result.
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Your Water System
ZIP code 38873 in Tishomingo, Mississippi is mapped to the water system City of Iuka (EPA ID: MS0710006). This system provides water to approximately 7,268 people from groundwater sources.
There are 6 community water systems serving this area.
Water Systems Serving This Area
| System Name | EPA ID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Iuka | MS0710006 | 7,268 | Groundwater |
| Holcut-cairo Water Assn | MS0590007 | 2,513 | Groundwater |
| New Candler Water Association | MS0590011 | 1,531 | Groundwater |
| Town of Golden Water Department | MS0710005 | 1,848 | Groundwater |
| Tishomingo Company Water District | MS0710004 | 2,598 | Groundwater |
Other Water Quality Reports in Mississippi
- 38601 (Abbeville) - 37 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 38602 (Arkabutla)
- 38603 (Ashland) - 10 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 38606 (Batesville) - 62 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 38609 (Belen)
- 38610 (Blue Mountain) - 19 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 38611 (Byhalia) - 18 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 38614 (Clarksdale) - 50 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 38617 (Coahoma) - 6 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 38618 (Coldwater) - 20 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 38619 (Como) - 99 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 38620 (Courtland) - 45 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 38621 (Crenshaw) - 99 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 38622 (Crowder)
- 38623 (Darling)
- 38625 (Dumas) - 14 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 38626 (Dundee) - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 38627 (Etta) - 28 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 38628 (Falcon)
- 38629 (Falkner) - 10 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 38838 (Dennis) - 7 mi
- 38827 (Belmont) - 10 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 38852 (Iuka) - 11 mi - 20 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 38847 (Golden) - 12 mi - 14 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 38859 (New Site) - 12 mi - 7 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 35582 (Red Bay, AL) - 15 mi
- 38833 (Burnsville) - 15 mi - 16 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 35616 (Cherokee, AL) - 16 mi - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 38856 (Marietta) - 17 mi - 16 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 38829 (Booneville) - 19 mi - 38 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for City of Iuka (MS0710006) on EPA.gov.
4 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.
UCMR 5 PFAS monitoring: no reportable detections in available records
Available federal UCMR5 records for water systems mapped to ZIP code 38873 show no PFAS detections among the compounds tested, at the program's reporting levels.
The EPA Fifth Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5) required community and non-transient non-community water systems serving 3,300 or more people to test for 29 PFAS compounds and lithium between 2023 and 2025. Systems with no detections at the federal minimum reporting level had no results at or above that reporting level.
Health Risks from Detected Contaminants
Fluoride
Moderate RiskEPA reference value: 4 mg/L (estándar secundario: 2.0 mg/L)
Tooth & bone damage at high levels
At-risk groups: children aged 8 and younger during tooth development
Treatment options (verify a product is certified to reduce this contaminant): reverse osmosis, activated alumina, distillation · Find a filter →
Environmental Hazards (10) HIGH
Home & Infrastructure (6) OK
Cost & Community (9) HIGH
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
Protect Your Home in Tishomingo
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Typical cost: Gutter installation: typically $1,000–$2,500 for a standard home
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 38873 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 17 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 38873 (primary system: City of Iuka), including 0 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.
Where does 38873's water come from?
The recorded water source for City of Iuka, a system mapped to ZIP code 38873, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 7,268 people.
How can I get my water tested in Tishomingo?
If City of Iuka supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.
What is the radon risk for 38873?
38873 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 3 (low county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Tishomingo County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Tishomingo, MS (38873): 17 Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/38873/
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Page version: October 2026.
Nearby ZIP Code Reports
Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 38873
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38838 | Dennis, MS | 6.8 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 38827 | Belmont, MS | 9.5 mi | N/A | 1 |
| 38852 | Iuka, MS | 11.2 mi | N/A | 20 |
| 38847 | Golden, MS | 11.7 mi | N/A | 14 |
| 38859 | New Site, MS | 12.5 mi | N/A | 7 |
| 35582 | Red Bay, AL | 14.9 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 38833 | Burnsville, MS | 15.3 mi | N/A | 16 |
| 35616 | Cherokee, AL | 15.5 mi | N/A | 2 |
| 38856 | Marietta, MS | 16.6 mi | N/A | 16 |
| 38829 | Booneville, MS | 18.5 mi | N/A | 38 |
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