Sapa Water System

Webster County, MS
MS0780009
People Served
806
Water Source
Groundwater
Counties
Webster County
Data from
2023
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Contaminants Exceeding Limits

The following contaminants have exceeded the guideline limits at least once in the last year.

  • CO

    Copper

    Copper is a metal that enters tap water from plumbing pipes and natural deposits. In high amounts, it can cause stomach and intestinal distress, liver damage, and anemia.

    3.000 ppm
    EPA limit 1.300 ppm
  • FL

    Fluoride

    Fluoride is a mineral added to water to prevent tooth decay. It occurs naturally and in industrial waste. High levels can cause tooth discoloration in children.

    28.000 ppm
    EPA limit 4.000 ppm

Other Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been detected, but not exceeded the guideline limits in the last year.

Barium

Avg:0.010 ppm
Limit:2.000 ppm

Chromium

Avg:0.001 ppm
Limit:0.100 ppm

Combined Chlorine

Avg:1.300 ppm
Limit:-

Haloacetic Acids

Avg:1.020 ppb
Limit:60.000 ppb

Lead

Avg:2.000 ppb
Limit:15.000 ppb

Trihalomethanes

Avg:5.480 ppb
Limit:80.000 ppb