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Lead service lines in Mississippi

Aggregated lead pipe inventory data for all 1,169 public water systems in Mississippi, serving approximately 3,272,720 residents.

Last verified from EPA SDWIS: 2026-04-14
Water systems
1,169
Population served
3,272,720
Known lead lines
0
Unknown material
0

Lead Service Lines in Mississippi

Mississippi's 1,169 water systems serve approximately 3.3 million people. As of now, the state has not reported any confirmed lead service lines in its public inventory data.

What you need to know

Lead service lines are pipes made of lead that connect a water main to your home. They pose a genuine health risk, especially to children and pregnant people. If your home was built before 1986 in an area served by an older water system, there's a higher chance your connection includes lead.

Mississippi's lack of reported lead lines does not mean none exist. Many water systems—especially smaller ones—have not yet completed inventories of their underground pipes. The material used in pipes installed decades ago is often unknown without direct inspection.

Your water system's status

The state's largest utilities include the City of Jackson (serving 189,673 people) and the City of Gulfport (serving 75,056 people). You can check the status of your local system by contacting your water utility directly. They can tell you whether they've inventoried their service lines and what they've found.

Note: Utilities were required by federal law to assess their service lines and share findings with customers. If your utility hasn't contacted you, it may still be conducting its inventory.

Protecting your family

If you're concerned about lead in your tap water:

  • Test your water. A simple test costs $20–$40 and takes a few days. Your utility can recommend certified labs.
  • Use cold water for drinking and cooking. Lead leaches more readily from hot water.
  • Flush your tap. Let water run for 30 seconds before using it, especially first thing in the morning.
  • Install a filter certified to remove lead if testing shows it's present.

For health concerns—especially if a young child has been exposed—contact your pediatrician or the CDC's lead information line.

Next steps for residents

  • Contact your local water utility and ask for their lead service line inventory or status.
  • Request a free or low-cost water test through your utility.
  • If you rent, notify your landlord of your request; landlords are responsible for water quality.
  • Visit the EPA's lead and copper rule page for more details on your rights.

Largest public water systems in Mississippi

UtilityPWSIDPopulationKnown leadUnknown
CHOCTAW - PEARL RIVER042800003———
CHOCTAW - CONEHATTA042800002———
CHOCTAW - TUCKER042800004———
CHOCTAW - BOGUE CHITTO042800001———
CITY OF JACKSONMS0250008189,673——
CITY OF GULFPORTMS024000375,056——
CITY OF SOUTHAVENMS017001856,000——
CITY OF OLIVE BRANCHMS017001554,025——
CITY OF HATTIESBURGMS018000843,449——
CITY OF TUPELOMS041001537,000——
CITY OF MERIDIANMS038000534,466——
CITY OF STARKVILLEMS053002032,027——
CITY OF BRANDONMS061000331,852——
CITY OF FLOWOODMS061007531,574——
CITY OF GREENVILLEMS076000429,602——
CITY OF VICKSBURGMS075001029,238——
WEST JACKSON CO UTILITY DISTMS030015628,544——
CITY OF OXFORDMS036001128,500——
CITY OF JACKSON-MADDOX RD.MS025001228,098——
CITY OF PEARLMS061001727,115——
UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPIMS036001526,874——
BEAR CREEK W/A-WESTMS045002126,677——
CITY OF OCEAN SPRINGSMS030000526,168——
CITY OF CLINTONMS025000325,000——
CITY OF RIDGELANDMS045001324,340——

Cities in Mississippi

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Frequently asked about lead pipes in Mississippi

Does Mississippi have lead in the water?

No confirmed lead service lines have been reported by Mississippi water systems so far. However, many systems haven't completed their inventories yet. Lead can also enter water through pipes inside homes or corrosion of the main water distribution system.

How do I know if my house has a lead service line?

Contact your water utility and ask about your service line. They may have already inventoried it. If not, you can hire a licensed plumber to inspect your pipes, or have your water tested to detect lead.

Is it safe to drink Mississippi tap water?

Mississippi's water systems are regulated and tested regularly. The best way to know if lead is present is to have your water tested—your utility can provide information on how to do this for free or low cost.

What should I do if lead is found in my water?

Use cold water for drinking and cooking, flush your tap before use, and consider installing a certified lead-removal filter. Consult your pediatrician if a child may have been exposed, and contact your utility about replacing the service line if one is confirmed.