ZIP Code 39211 Water Quality & Testing Report
Jackson, MS · Hinds County County · Updated for 2026
Is Tap Water Safe to Drink in ZIP 39211 (Jackson, MS)?
Caution / Filtration Recommended: Tap water in ZIP code 39211 (Jackson, MS) has compliance concerns, earning an EPA Safety Grade of D (50/100) due to 28 health violation(s) and 4.1 ppb lead. While treated by City of Jackson, residents are advised to use an NSF/ANSI 53 certified water filter for drinking and cooking.
Water Safety Grade
Poor — Multiple violations recorded
Health Violations
28
Total Violations
33
Lead Risk
High
Contaminants
6
Active Water Quality Issues Detected
EPA records show 18 unresolved violations. Contact City of Jackson for current status.
About Tap Water in ZIP Code 39211
Tap water in ZIP code 39211 (Jackson, MS) is distributed by City of Jackson (EPA ID: MS0250008), serving approximately 189,673 residents. Based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Act compliance records, this system receives a water safety grade of D with a composite quality score of 50/100.
Water System
City of Jackson
EPA ID: MS0250008
Water Source
Surface Water
Population Served
189,673 residents
County
Hinds County County, Mississippi
Lead Levels in ZIP 39211
EPA action level: 15 ppb | Public health goal: 0 ppb
Lead Level: 4.1 ppb — Very Low
Lead exposure risk in 39211 is rated High. EPA models estimate a 56% exposure probability based on housing and infrastructure age.
From annual CCR filing
EPA model estimate based on housing age and infrastructure
Water Hardness & Mineral Content
Grains per gallon (GPG) & Parts per million (PPM / mg/L)
Water in ZIP 39211 is classified as Soft (49 mg/L / 2.9 GPG). Soft water produces abundant soap lather, prevents scale buildup in water heaters, and does not leave spots on dishes.
Grains per gallon
Parts per million CaCO3
Official EPA SDWIS Database Entry
Utility: City of Jackson · PWSID: MS0250008
Violation History
Past 5 years — EPA SDWIS data
City of Jackson has recorded 28 health-based violations out of 33 total violations over the past 5 years. 18 violations remain unresolved in EPA tracking records.
Regulatory compliance risk for this utility is rated Critical based on past reporting and enforcement records.
Contaminants Detected
Contaminants with health-based violations on record
EPA records identify 6 contaminants with health-based violations in the past 5 years: Stage 1 DBP Rule, Fecal Coliform, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Contaminant 0700 and 1 more.
From Consumer Confidence Report:
Haloacetic Acid HAA5 (66 ppb*); Trihalomethane (TTHM) (85 ppb*)
⚖ Enforcement Actions
Water Source & Environmental Factors
Surface Water
This system draws water from lakes, rivers, or reservoirs. Surface water is treated to remove sediment, microorganisms, and chemical contaminants before reaching taps.
Lower potential
Estimated annual flood-related costs per property
% of household income spent on energy — indicator of older infrastructure
EPA Radon Zone 3 — lower radon potential, though the EPA still recommends testing all homes.
Water Quality Testing in ZIP 39211
Tap Water & Well Testing Recommendations
Residents in ZIP code 39211 served by City of Jackson can test tap water or private well systems to verify water purity. Testing detects hidden contaminants before they impact family health.
Tap Water Testing Steps
- 1.Conduct a certified lead check if your home was constructed before 1986.
- 2.Use certified lab testing kits rather than uncalibrated test strips for regulated compliance.
- 3.Sample water from both your kitchen faucet and water heater to compare line purity.
Private Well Testing Steps
- •Test for Coliform bacteria and Nitrates annually.
- •Test for heavy metals, radon, and PFAS every 3 years.
- •Send samples to a state-certified drinking water laboratory recognized by Mississippi State Department of Health.
🛡 What Should You Do? — ZIP 39211 Recommendations
Serious water quality concerns — action recommended
- 🚨 Install a certified NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 (reverse osmosis) filter immediately for drinking and cooking
- 🚨 Do not give unfiltered water to children, pregnant women, or immunocompromised individuals
- 🚨 Contact City of Jackson to request the current violation status and corrective action plan
- 🚨 Report concerns to your state environmental agency or call the EPA hotline: 1-800-426-4791
- 🚨 Consider having your home's tap water independently tested by a certified lab
Recommended Water Treatment Systems:
NSF 53 Lead Pitcher Filter
Certified to remove lead. Recommended for immediate protection.
NSF 58 Under-Sink RO System
Reverse Osmosis system certified to remove PFAS, heavy metals, and viruses.
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Data Sources & Methodology
Water quality data for ZIP code 39211 is compiled from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), EPA ECHO enforcement database, UCMR5 unregulated contaminant monitoring, and Consumer Confidence Reports filed by City of Jackson. Safety scores are composite metrics derived from violation history, lead levels, enforcement actions, and infrastructure risk indicators. Data reflects a 5-year monitoring window. Last dataset update: 2024. View EPA source data →