Is Tunica, MS Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Tunica, MS tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Contaminants including lithium have been detected at or below guideline thresholds.
Where Does Tunica Get Its Water?
Water in Tunica, MS is provided by 2 public water systems: TOWN OF TUNICA and TUNICA COUNTY UTILITY DISTRICT.
How Is Tunica Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine. Treatment includes groundwater disinfection.
What's in Tunica Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Tunica public water systems. All detected levels fall at or below EPA health guidelines in this dataset.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 8:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 6:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFBA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Tunica
Current EPA monitoring data for Tunica shows contaminant levels within guideline thresholds across all ZIP codes in this dataset. As with all public water systems, sensitive populations may choose to use a certified filter for additional peace of mind.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tunica Tap Water
Is Tunica tap water safe to drink?
Tunica tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Sensitive populations may still choose to use a certified filter as a precaution.
What contaminants are in Tunica tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Tunica water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, 8:2 FTS. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Tunica get its drinking water?
Tunica receives water from 2 public water systems, including TOWN OF TUNICA.
Do I need a water filter in Tunica?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in Tunica. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is Tunica tap water tested?
Public water systems in Tunica are required by the EPA to test for regulated contaminants on schedules ranging from daily (for microbials and disinfectants) to annual or triennial (for many chemical contaminants). Results are published in annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The data on this page reflects the most recent available EPA monitoring results, with the latest sample date of 2025-07-22.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Tunica
- 38676 - Tunica tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving Tunica, MS
Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.
- TOWN OF TUNICALooks OK
- TUNICA COUNTY UTILITY DISTRICTLooks OK
Also covers / overlaps with
- Austin, MS · CDP
- District 2, MS · Township
- District 3, MS · Township
- District 4, MS · Township
- District 5, MS · Township
- North Tunica, MS · CDP
- White Oak, MS · CDP