Petal
Is Petal tap water safe to drink?
Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 66/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 5 local systems in Petal. We found 4901 total violations (83 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
Live: 11:00 AM☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Petal.
Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Petal?
Expert Advice
Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.
Buying a Filter?
Should you buy a water purifier in Petal? See our analysis.
Baby Formula Safety
Is Petal tap water safe for infants? Critical safety guide.
Homebuyer's Perspective
For those looking to relocate to Petal, water quality is a key factor in long-term property maintenance. With a score of 66/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.
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 Petal
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Petal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Petal tap water safe to drink?
Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 66/100.
How many water systems serve Petal?
Petal is served by 5 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Petal?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Petal.
What is the water quality score for Petal?
The water quality score for Petal is 66 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 5 systems serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Petal?
The top contaminants detected in Petal include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Petal Water Quality Summary
Petal, MS receives a water quality score of 66/100 (Grade C) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 5 public water systems serving the area.
Petal's water quality is near the national average. While most systems meet EPA standards, some violations have been recorded. Residents may wish to review their specific water system's report for contaminant details.
Petal's score of 66 is 9 points below the Mississippi state average of 75, and below 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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