What was found in West Point'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 | 13.8 µg/L No EPA limit set Main supplier: CITY OF WEST POINT · 15,062 people · 2025 | 1/3 | UCMR-5 |
| Lead | 0.0 mg/L 0% of the EPA limit 0.0150 mg/L Main supplier: CITY OF WEST POINT · 15,062 people · 2024
Highest in the city: 0.0015 mg/L — GOLDEN TRIANGLE WATER ASSN #1 · 2,033 people · 2025 | 3/3 | LCR |
Water suppliers serving West Point
| Supplier | Population served |
|---|---|
| CITY OF WEST POINT | 15,062 |
| GOLDEN TRIANGLE WATER ASSN #1 | 2,033 |
| GOLDEN TRIANGLE W/A #2 | 187 |
Frequently asked questions about West Point tap water
Is West Point tap water safe to drink?
EPA testing detected 2 contaminants in the water serving West Point. 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 West Point?
3 public water suppliers report drinking-water monitoring for West Point, Mississippi to the EPA. Each is listed above with its population served.
What contaminants are in West Point's water?
The contaminants EPA monitoring detected in West Point 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.