Historical Compliance Records MS 6 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department

EPA ID: MS0610022 ยท 2,500 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department (MS0610022): 6 past health-based violations, since resolved. Beyond the 7 historical violations on Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department's EPA record, nothing remains open - the utility is currently compliant and supplies water to 2,500 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,500
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
7
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0027 mg/L
Max Lead Level
2
Contaminants Flagged
$158K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$67,601
Median Household Income
28,412
Service Area Population
19%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
38%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department serves a community with a median household income of $67,601 and an estimated 28,412 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

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

Detected Contaminants

How Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 6 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Mississippi

City of Mendenhall
2,500 people
0 violations
1 violation
4 violations
4 violations
Town of Vaiden
2,497 people
7 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,800
Water Filtration $450
Total Estimated Cost $2,250

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $7,900

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$8,950
10 years
$17,900
20 years
$35,800

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,250 (one-time) vs. $17,900 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

Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department (EPA ID: MS0610022) is a community water system in Mississippi that serves approximately 2,500 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 7 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 6 resolved, 1 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
April 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
September 19, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 6 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Health Risk Details

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)

Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ†’

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0027 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 Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department (MS0610022) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department; its 7 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department serve?

Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department serves approximately 2,500 people across 2 ZIP codes in Mississippi.

Where does Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Lead and Copper Rule. 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 Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department serve?
Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department serves approximately 2,500 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department's water source?
Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0027 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department's service area?
The Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department service area has a median household income of $67,601. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department get its water?
Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department'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.). Cleary Water Sewer and Fire Department: 6 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ms0610022/
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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

Cleary Water Sewer & Fire Department (EPA ID: MS0610022) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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