What was found in Madison'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 | 39.1 µg/L No EPA limit set Main supplier: CITY OF MADISON · 16,136 people · 2025 | 1/2 | UCMR-5 |
| Lead | 0.0011 mg/L 7.3% of the EPA limit 0.0150 mg/L Main supplier: CITY OF MADISON · 16,136 people · 2024
Highest in the city: 0.0027 mg/L — LAKE LORMAN UTL DISTRICT · 599 people · 2023 | 2/2 | LCR |
Water suppliers serving Madison
| Supplier | Population served |
|---|---|
| CITY OF MADISON | 16,136 |
| LAKE LORMAN UTL DISTRICT | 599 |
Frequently asked questions about Madison tap water
Is Madison tap water safe to drink?
EPA testing detected 2 contaminants in the water serving Madison. 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 Madison?
2 public water suppliers report drinking-water monitoring for Madison, Mississippi to the EPA. Each is listed above with its population served.
What contaminants are in Madison's water?
The contaminants EPA monitoring detected in Madison 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.