Historical Compliance Records MS

Shady Grove Utility District

EPA ID: MS0340017 ยท 2,390 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Shady Grove Utility District (MS0340017): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. Although 1 violation appeared on Shady Grove Utility District's record, all have been remedied - currently compliant, 2,390 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,390
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00187 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
1
Contaminants Flagged
$127K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Shady Grove Utility District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$48,879
Median Household Income
43,043
Service Area Population
77%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
64%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Shady Grove Utility District serves a community with a median household income of $48,879 and an estimated 43,043 residents across its service area. Approximately 64% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 77% 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

Shady Grove Utility District'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

45 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 63% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Shady Grove Utility District compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance
Flood Insurance $1,500
Total Estimated Cost $1,500

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,500 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Shady Grove Utility District (EPA ID: MS0340017) is a community water system in Mississippi that serves approximately 2,390 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00187 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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

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 Shady Grove Utility District (MS0340017) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shady Grove Utility District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Shady Grove Utility District; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Shady Grove Utility District serve?

Shady Grove Utility District serves approximately 2,390 people across 2 ZIP codes in Mississippi.

Where does Shady Grove Utility District get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Shady Grove Utility District's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Shady Grove Utility District serve?
Shady Grove Utility District serves approximately 2,390 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Shady Grove Utility District's water source?
Shady Grove Utility District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Shady Grove Utility District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00187 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Shady Grove Utility District's service area?
The Shady Grove Utility District service area has a median household income of $48,879. EPA EJScreen data classifies 77% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Shady Grove Utility District get its water?
Shady Grove Utility District'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Shady Grove Utility District (MS): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ms0340017/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Shady Grove Utility District (EPA ID: MS0340017) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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