What was found in Gulfport's water
The highest level seen across the city's suppliers, the EPA limit for each, and where the figure comes from.
| Contaminant | Level vs EPA limit | Suppliers | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lithium | 15.9 µg/L No EPA limit set | 2/8 | UCMR-5 |
| Lead | 0.0019 mg/L 13% of the EPA limit 0.0150 mg/L | 5/8 | LCR |
Water suppliers serving Gulfport
| Supplier | Population served |
|---|---|
| CITY OF GULFPORT | 75,056 |
| NAVAL CONSTRUCTION BATTAL CTR | 3,347 |
| HCUA-EAST | 404 |
| MCGILL WELLWORKS, INC | 370 |
| HCUA-WEST | 172 |
| ECHCPUD-DESOTO TRAILS SUBDIVISION | 166 |
| HCUA-TRADITIONS | 0 |
| HCUA-NORTH | 0 |
Frequently asked questions about Gulfport tap water
Is Gulfport tap water safe to drink?
EPA testing detected 2 contaminants in the water serving Gulfport. 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 Gulfport?
8 public water suppliers report drinking-water monitoring for Gulfport, Mississippi to the EPA. Each is listed above with its population served.
What contaminants are in Gulfport's water?
The contaminants EPA monitoring detected in Gulfport include Lithium, Lead. The full list, with the highest level found 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.