What was found in Kosciusko's water
The level at the city's main supplier, the highest level anywhere in the city, the EPA limit for each, and where every figure comes from.
| Contaminant | Level vs EPA limit | Suppliers | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lithium | 10.5 µg/L No EPA limit set Main supplier: CITY OF KOSCIUSKO · 9,646 people · 2025 | 1/6 | UCMR-5 |
| Lead | 0.00060 mg/L 4% of the EPA limit 0.0150 mg/L Main supplier: CITY OF KOSCIUSKO · 9,646 people · 2024
Highest in the city: 0.0012 mg/L — SPRINGDALE YOUTH CNT HWY 19-N · 335 people · 2025 | 6/6 | LCR |
Water suppliers serving Kosciusko
| Supplier | Population served |
|---|---|
| CITY OF KOSCIUSKO | 9,646 |
| CONEHOMA WATER ASSN #2 | 1,500 |
| CONEHOMA WATER ASSN #1 | 1,495 |
| ZAMA WATER ASSOCIATION | 354 |
| SPRINGDALE YOUTH CNT HWY 12-W | 338 |
| SPRINGDALE YOUTH CNT HWY 19-N | 335 |
Frequently asked questions about Kosciusko tap water
Is Kosciusko tap water safe to drink?
EPA testing detected 2 contaminants in the water serving Kosciusko. A detection isn't the same as a violation — most detected levels are within federal limits. Check the level and source for each contaminant above, and your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report for the official compliance status.
How many water suppliers serve Kosciusko?
6 public water suppliers report drinking-water monitoring for Kosciusko, Mississippi to the EPA. Each is listed above with its population served.
What contaminants are in Kosciusko's water?
The contaminants EPA monitoring detected in Kosciusko include Lithium, Lead. The full list, with the level at the main supplier and the data source, is in the table above.
Where does this data come from?
Every figure is official EPA drinking-water monitoring — the Lead & Copper Rule, the UCMR-5 nationwide testing program, and the EPA Six-Year Review — not our own testing. Each number is labelled with its source and period.