Horn Lake
Is Horn Lake tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Horn Lake scores 96/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 3 local systems in Horn Lake. We found 474 total violations (111 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
Live: 11:00 AM☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Horn Lake.
Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Horn Lake?
Expert Advice
Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.
Buying a Filter?
Filter requirements and certified reduction benchmarks for Horn Lake tap water.
Baby Formula Safety
Infant formula preparation risks, nitrate levels, and lead pipe guidance in Horn Lake.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Evaluating water infrastructure in Horn Lake protects plumbing and helps estimate water heater longevity. The high safety score (96/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.
Health & Family Safety
Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Horn Lake
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Horn Lake.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Horn Lake tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Horn Lake scores 96/100.
How many water systems serve Horn Lake?
Horn Lake is served by 3 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Horn Lake?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Horn Lake.
What is the water quality score for Horn Lake?
The water quality score for Horn Lake is 96 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 3 systems serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Horn Lake?
The top contaminants detected in Horn Lake include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Horn Lake Water Quality Summary
Horn Lake, MS receives a water quality score of 96/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 3 public water systems serving the area.
Horn Lake's water quality is above the national average, with strong compliance records and low contaminant levels. Residents generally receive clean, safe tap water that meets EPA standards.
Horn Lake's score of 96 is 21 points above the Mississippi state average of 75, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.
Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Mississippi water quality rankings report →
Key Contaminants
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Water Systems Serving Horn Lake (3)
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