Historical Compliance Records MS 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Magnolia Rural Water Assn

EPA ID: MS0570015 ยท 2,922 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Magnolia Rural Water Assn (MS0570015): 1 past health-based violation, since resolved. EPA records: Magnolia Rural Water Assn, 70 past violations, all resolved, 2,922 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,922
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
70
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0067 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
40
Contaminants Flagged
$84K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Magnolia Rural Water Assn Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$34,142
Median Household Income
29,880
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
83th
Poverty Percentile
93th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Magnolia Rural Water Assn serves a community with a median household income of $34,142 and an estimated 29,880 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% 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

Magnolia Rural Water Assn'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
17th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

45 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
25 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 64% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Magnolia Rural Water Assn compares to EPA limits

PFOA 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.000004 mg/L
PFNA 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.00001 mg/L
Chlorodibromomethane 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen)
Mercury 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Kidney damage, neurological impairment
Bromate 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.01 mg/L

What This Means For You

PFOA at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.000004 mg/L.

PFNA at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.00001 mg/L.

Chlorodibromomethane at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Mercury at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Kidney damage, neurological impairment. Consider activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Bromate at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.01 mg/L.

Chlorodibromomethane 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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City of Collins
2,921 people
4 violations
Town of Bay Springs
2,925 people
2 violations
City of Durant
2,932 people
1 violation
0 violations
Freeny W/a #1
2,962 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,633
Water Filtration $200
Total Estimated Cost $1,833

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,833 (one-time) vs. $15,000 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

Magnolia Rural Water Assn (EPA ID: MS0570015) is a community water system in Mississippi that serves approximately 2,922 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 70 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 65 resolved, 5 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
October 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 PFOA Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 PFNA Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Monochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Dichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Bromodichloromethane Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Dibromochloromethane Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Bromoform Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Chlorodibromomethane Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Trichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Monobromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Dibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Bromochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Bromodichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Chlorodibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Tribromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 HAA6Br Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 HAA9 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Bromate Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 4 No
Combined Radium Radionuclides 3 No
Selenium Inorganic 2 No
PFOA PFAS 2 No
PFNA PFAS 2 No
Monochloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Dichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Bromodichloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Dibromochloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Bromoform Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Chlorodibromomethane Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Trichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Monobromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Dibromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Bromochloroacetic Acid 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
0.0067 mg/L No N/A

The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.

Radon Risk in Service Area

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

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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 Magnolia Rural Water Assn (MS0570015) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Magnolia Rural Water Assn water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Magnolia Rural Water Assn; its 70 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Magnolia Rural Water Assn serve?

Magnolia Rural Water Assn serves approximately 2,922 people across 3 ZIP codes in Mississippi.

Where does Magnolia Rural Water Assn get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Magnolia Rural Water Assn's water?
Detected contaminants include PFOA, PFNA, Chlorodibromomethane, Mercury. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 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 Magnolia Rural Water Assn serve?
Magnolia Rural Water Assn serves approximately 2,922 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Magnolia Rural Water Assn's water source?
Magnolia Rural Water Assn draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Magnolia Rural Water Assn's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0067 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Magnolia Rural Water Assn's service area?
The Magnolia Rural Water Assn service area has a median household income of $34,142. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Magnolia Rural Water Assn get its water?
Magnolia Rural Water Assn'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.). Magnolia Rural Water Assn (MS): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ms0570015/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

Contact your utility

Magnolia Rural Water Assn (EPA ID: MS0570015) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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