Historical Compliance Records MS

Sharon Water Works

EPA ID: MS0340018 ยท 2,769 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Sharon Water Works (MS0340018): 4 EPA violations in the last five years. Despite the 4 historical violations in its record, Sharon Water Works has cleared every one and now meets EPA standards serving 2,769 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,769
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0023 mg/L
Max Lead Level
2
Contaminants Flagged
$142K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Sharon Water Works Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$59,070
Median Household Income
22,932
Service Area Population
77%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
53%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Sharon Water Works serves a community with a median household income of $59,070 and an estimated 22,932 residents across its service area. Approximately 53% 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

Sharon Water Works'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 59% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Sharon Water Works compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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Town of Woodville
2,772 people
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Town of Falkner
2,780 people
2 violations
0 violations
Town of Sallis
2,785 people
2 violations
5 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance
Flood Insurance $1,800
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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 $1,800 (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

Sharon Water Works (EPA ID: MS0340018) is a community water system in Mississippi that serves approximately 2,769 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 39443 in Laurel.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 4 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 4 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
January 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 2 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0023 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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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 Sharon Water Works (MS0340018) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sharon Water Works water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Sharon Water Works; its 4 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Sharon Water Works serve?

Sharon Water Works serves approximately 2,769 people across 1 ZIP code in Mississippi.

Where does Sharon Water Works get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Sharon Water Works's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM). Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 contaminants 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 Sharon Water Works serve?
Sharon Water Works serves approximately 2,769 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Sharon Water Works's water source?
Sharon Water Works draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Sharon Water Works's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0023 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Sharon Water Works's service area?
The Sharon Water Works service area has a median household income of $59,070. EPA EJScreen data classifies 77% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Sharon Water Works get its water?
Sharon Water Works'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.). Sharon Water Works (MS): 4 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ms0340018/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Sharon Water Works (EPA ID: MS0340018) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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