Water System Report MS

Alcorn W/a #2-biggersville

EPA ID: MS0020001 ยท 1,365 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Alcorn W/a #2-biggersville (MS0020001): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Water monitoring history at Alcorn W/a #2-biggersville shows a clean slate - EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 1,365 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,365
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0011 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$139K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Alcorn W/a #2-biggersville Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$50,125
Median Household Income
27,146
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
60%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Alcorn W/a #2-biggersville serves a community with a median household income of $50,125 and an estimated 27,146 residents across its service area. Approximately 60% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Alcorn W/a #2-biggersville's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

56 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
14 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 80% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 5 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $2,500
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $3,500

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,500 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Alcorn W/a #2-biggersville (EPA ID: MS0020001) is a community water system in Mississippi that serves approximately 1,365 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 38834 in Corinth.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0011 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by MS or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Alcorn W/a #2-biggersville (MS0020001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alcorn W/a #2-biggersville water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Alcorn W/a #2-biggersville in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Alcorn W/a #2-biggersville serve?

Alcorn W/a #2-biggersville serves approximately 1,365 people across 1 ZIP code in Mississippi.

Where does Alcorn W/a #2-biggersville get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Alcorn W/a #2-biggersville meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Alcorn W/a #2-biggersville serve?
Alcorn W/a #2-biggersville serves approximately 1,365 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Alcorn W/a #2-biggersville's water source?
Alcorn W/a #2-biggersville draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Alcorn W/a #2-biggersville's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0011 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Alcorn W/a #2-biggersville's service area?
The Alcorn W/a #2-biggersville service area has a median household income of $50,125. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Alcorn W/a #2-biggersville get its water?
Alcorn W/a #2-biggersville's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Alcorn W/a #2-biggersville Water Quality Report, MS. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ms0020001/
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